Learning Disabilities: Towards Inclusion

Gates MSc BEd(Hons) DipN RNMH RMN CertEd RNT, Bob

ISBN 10: 0443101981 / ISBN 13: 9780443101984

Published by Churchill Livingstone, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Learning Disabilities: Towards Inclusion
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443101981
• ISBN 13: 9780443101984
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 5th or later Edition
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

This is the authoritative textbook for students of learning disabilities covering a wide variety of topics. It is relevant not only for nursing courses, but also for care workers, OTs, and other professional and non-professional carers. The new edition has been completely updated and includes the latest evidence for practice. There are new chapters which means the book provides comprehensive coverage of learning disablities throughout a person's life. There are also new contributors, including people with learning disabilities. Each chapter is supported by information on further reading and other resources. * Reader activities * Case studies * Further reading * Web resources New chapters on: * Learning disabilities and older people * Learning disabilities and children * Ethical issues * Legal issues

Review

"Each chapter begins with a list of its contents and ends with references, further reading and excellent additional resources. Navigation is straightforward.

The book is excellent value for money for all professionals working in the field."

Nursing Standard :: August 29 :: vol 21 no 51 :: 2007