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Promoting Psychological Well-Being in Children with Acute and Chronic Illness.

Living with a chronic illness can have a significant psychological impact on a child and his or her family, and it is essential that this aspect of their care is not overlooked. This book provides a comprehensive guide to promoting the psychological well-being of children with chronic illnesses and...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Edwards, Melinda
Otros Autores: Titman, Penny
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2011.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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  • FRONT COVER; Promoting Psychological Well-Being in Children with Acute and Chronic Illness; Contents; 1. Introduction; 2. Assessment; 3. Promoting Adaptation: The Child's Experience; 4. Promoting Adaptation: The Experience of Parents, Siblings and Families; 5. Managing Procedural Distress; 6. Assessing and Treating Chronic Pain and Medically Unexplained Symptoms; 7. Promoting Adherence to Treatment; 8. Education, School and Peer Relat; 9. Empowering Young People: Involvement in Decision Making and Developing Health Care Services; 10. Transition to Adult Services.
  • 11. Palliative Care and Bereavement12. Staff Support and Caring for the Carers; 13. Concluding Remarks; Appendix 1: Web Resources; Appendix 2: Books for Children, Adolescents and Young People; References; Subject Index; Author Index.