{"product_id":"psychological-therapies-for-adults-with-intellectual-disabilities-paperback","title":"Psychological Therapies for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJohn L. Taylor\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eWilliam R. Lindsay\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eRichard P. Hastings\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePsychological Therapies for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities\u003c\/i\u003e brings together contributions from leading proponents of psychological therapies for people with intellectual disabilities, which offer key information on the nature and prevalence of psychological and mental health problems, the delivery of treatment approaches, and the effectiveness of treatment.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers a detailed guide to available therapies for adults with intellectual disabilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes case illustrations to demonstrate therapies in action\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides up-to-date coverage of current research in the field\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePuts forward a consideration of the wider contexts for psychological therapy including the relationship with social deprivation, general health, and the cost effectiveness of treatment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlaces individual interventions in the context of the person's immediate social network including families and carers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes contributions from leading proponents from around the world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edited volume brings together leading proponents of psychological therapies for people with intellectual disabilities. The chapters provide key information and guidance on the nature and prevalence of psychological and mental health problems, delivery of treatment, the effectiveness of treatment, and the relationship of mental health and emotional problems to social deprivation and general health issues in this population. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContributions cover the preparation of clients for therapy, adjusting the methods of treatment to suit the client group, and working with families and carers to broaden interventions beyond the therapeutic dyad. In addition, chapters encompass interventions for a number of key psychological and emotional problems including anxiety disorders, depression, psychosis, anger, sexual deviance, and autistic spectrum disorders. While there is an emphasis on cognitive behavioural therapies, other approaches including mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy and behavioural intervention are also discussed. Each section contains case examples to illustrate and guide the assessment and treatment processes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is valuable for all psychological therapists, health professionals, clinical and social care staff dealing with the difficulties experienced by people with intellectual disabilities, as well as researchers and students interested in developing their knowledge and skills in this area. It is also useful for others who have day-to-day involvement with clients with intellectual disabilities and their families.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn L Taylor\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Clinical Psychology, Northumbria University and Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Psychological Services Professional Lead with Northumberland, Tyne \u0026amp; Wear NHS Foundation Trust. He is a Past President of the British Association for Behavioural \u0026amp; Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill Lindsay\u003c\/b\u003e is Consultant Psychologist and Lead Clinician in Scotland for Castlebeck Care. He was previously Head of Psychology (LD) in NHS Tayside and a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with the State Hospital, Carstairs. He is Professor of Learning Disabilities and Forensic Psychology at the University of Abertay, Dundee, and Honorary Professor with the School of Psychology, Bangor University. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Hastings\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Psychology at Bangor University and Research Director for the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme. He has published widely in the field of intellectual disability, and is currently an associate editor for five international journals and on the editorial board member for a further nine. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChris Hatton\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Psychology, Health and Social Care at Lancaster University. His research interests centre on policy-relevant research concerning people with intellectual disabilities, particularly around evaluating innovations in health and social care and understanding inequalities in the physical and mental health of people with intellectual disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9.6 x 6.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 04, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51756080333088,"sku":"9780470683453","price":74.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/77bca7d391caca41bcbcfdd4ea85e2f4.webp?v=1780073643","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/psychological-therapies-for-adults-with-intellectual-disabilities-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}