A comprehensive introduction to working with people with learning disabilities, this guide provides the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and to help improve the quality of life of people within this group. Using accessible language and case examples, the authors discuss both psychological and practical theories.
A comprehensive introduction to working with people with learning disabilities, this guide provides the theoretical understanding needed to inform good practice and to help improve the quality of life of people within this group. Using accessible language and case examples, the authors discuss both psychological and practical theories.
David Thomas is a qualified social worker and accredited practice teacher experienced in working with people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs within the voluntary, statutory and health sectors. Honor Woods is a qualified social worker with over eighteen years' experience within adult services and, in particular, with people with learning disabilities. She is an accredited practice teacher.
Inhaltsangabe
Introduction. 1. What is a learning disability? 2. Application of theory. 3. Anti discriminatory practice and anti oppressive practice. 4. What is normalization? 5. Communication methods. 6. Advocacy, empowerment, participation and choice. 7. Universal experiences in the lives of people with learning disabilities. 8. Values, ethics and contrasting approaches. 9. Practical theories and methods. 10. Society's influence on practice. 11. The way forward. References. Index.
Introduction. 1. What is a learning disability? 2. Application of theory. 3. Anti discriminatory practice and anti oppressive practice. 4. What is normalization? 5. Communication methods. 6. Advocacy, empowerment, participation and choice. 7. Universal experiences in the lives of people with learning disabilities. 8. Values, ethics and contrasting approaches. 9. Practical theories and methods. 10. Society's influence on practice. 11. The way forward. References. Index.
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