Learning Disability Today: A Handbook for Everyone Committed to Improving the Lives of People with Learning Disabilities (Paperback)

This newly revised edition of "Learning Disability Today" provides an updated introduction to some of the central issues in the lives of people with learning disabilities and their supporters. It provides context, underpinning knowledge and practical strategies for giving care and support to people with learning disabilities that promotes rights, independence, choice and inclusion. This title includes key themes such as: person-centred planning and community involvement; communication; advocacy, choice and decision-making; assessing and managing risk; legislative frameworks; direct payments; protection from abuse; sexuality and physical health; challenging behaviour; mental health; autism; older people; managing change, transition and loss; and, parenting.