Provides the research orientated reader with the scientific evidence to assess the relative efficacy of self-help group programming. (more)
Developments in primary care have provided almost constant change, much of it imposed. The NHS is putting increased emphasis on services working together. This workbook shows how practices can become... (more)
This handbook offers an overview of group dynamic theory and the essentials for adolescent group work in a variety of locations, including schools, clinics and family violence programmes. The text... (more)
A hot group is defined by a distinctive state of mind coupled with a style of behaviour that is intense and sharply focused on its ultimate goal. This book examines how members of a hot group plunge... (more)
This revised text gives counsellors and counsellors-in-training an over-the- shoulder look at leading, experienced family therapists as they respond to six "incidents" in group therapy - all of which... (more)
Charts the history of the idea of socially constructed mind by examining key theorists Lev Vygotsky, George Herbert Mead, James Mark Baldwin and Pierre Janet. An analysis of the theories of these... (more)
Stress in health workers leads to sub-standard patient care. This book reports on the latest research from around the world on the causes of stress in health professionals and on the ways to... (more)
This third volume continues the description of the pioneering mode of relating theory and practice, as formulated at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations. The socio-ecological perspective... (more)
This study deals with the ways that groupwork can be used to advantage in social work. It covers aspects such as planning a group, leadership in groups (including co-working), group programming and... (more)
Through personal accounts and revelations, this book explores bullying at work and offers solutions to help overcome this stressful, often isolating experience facing many women and men. 256 pages. (more)
480 pages.
Presents a theory of practice which is comprehensive, logical and simple, which can form a firm basis for the practice of all forms of groupwork. 168 pages. (more)