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Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)

Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions By Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)

Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions by Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)

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Treatment advances may extend and improve the quality of life of children, but, chronic illness and disability cannot be cured. This book intends to help healthcare workers integrate skills of facilitative communication into their daily working practice so that children and families can be provided with the best possible care and support.

Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions Summary

Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions by Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)

This book explores the child's understanding of their body and illness. How to communicate with children, prepare them for treatment and tackle problems relating to the child's care are covered in depth.

About Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)

Melinda Edwards is Principal Clinical Psychologist at the Bloomfield Child and Adolescent Clinic, Guy's Hospital, London, UK.
Hilton Davis is Professor of Child Health Psychology at the United Medical and Dental Schools at Guy's Hospital, London, UK.

Table of Contents

List of Figures.

Foreword (Dr. Gillian Baird).

Preface to the series.

1. Introduction.

2. Adapting to Illness.

3. The Child's Experience.

4. The Social World of the Child.

5. The Aims and Process of Helping.

6. Engaging the Child.

7. Exploring the Child's Experiences and Understanding.

8. Giving Information.

9. Specific Strategies for Helping.

10. Communicating About Death and Dying.

11. Final remarks.

Appendix A. A Relaxation Exercise.

Appendix B,. Books for Children.

Appendix C. Organizations and agencies - UK.

Appendix D. Organizations and agencies - North America.

References.

Index.

Additional information

GOR003971987
9781854332417
1854332414
Counselling Children with Chronic Medical Conditions by Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)
Melinda Edwards (Guy's & St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK)
Communication and Counselling in Health Care
Used - Good
Paperback
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
19970129
240
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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