Burke, Peter C.
Disability and Impairment: Working with Families
- ISBN 13:
- 9781843103967
- author:
- Burke, Peter C.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 168
- Dimensions:
- 153mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy / Sociology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Disability and Impairment: Working with Children and Families by Peter C Burke provides valuable insights into the everyday challenges faced by disabled individuals in family life. This book explores how social attitudes can impact the lives of families affected by disability, highlighting the need for sensitive professional understanding to improve quality of life. By examining the spectrum of disability issues, this book offers practical information and advice for professionals working with families and disability. It discusses the importance of family support, validating the feelings of siblings with disabled brothers and sisters, tackling social exclusion, and understanding the role of lifelong professional help. Case studies and practice notes make this an accessible reference for social work students and practitioners, providing a comprehensive resource for those seeking to improve their understanding and support of families affected by disability.
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