IHC Library

Making the most of supervision in health and social care : by Knapman, Jacky ;

Publication: Brighton[England] Pavilion 1998 . vi, 51 p. : ill. 25 Date: 1998

This book was useful to me and may be very useful for intern/new graduate psychologists to read at the start of their career

The disappointment dragon : by Al-Ghani, K I

Publication: London Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2014 . 63 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. x 23 cm. 25 Date: 2014

This book is good for kids who immediately go into tantrum mode. It helps you recognise the disappointment dragon and teaches that you have a choice about whether you go down to the valley of despair or try to think positively and ask for some help.

Rain Reign / by Martin, Ann M.,

Publication: . 226 pages ; 20 cm

Lovely story. One of the best books I've ever read.

Chester and Gus / by McGovern, Cammie

Publication: . 249, 9 pages ; 20 cm

A great book everyone should read.

Blue bottle mystery : by Medaglia, Mike,

Publication: . 64 pages : 27 cm.

A very cool graphic novel for special needs kids

A boy called Bat / by Arnold, Elana K.

Publication: . 198 pages : 21 cm

Really good story, loved it!

Born this way.

Publication: . 2 videodiscs : 4 3/4 in.

Awesome! A great series! Really brings to light lots of issues and discussion topics, a great dvd to share with our volunteers – generated lots of talk and discussion, got people really thinking. There where laughs and a few tears…and I am keen to watch the whole series

The Rosie project / by Simsion, Graeme C.

Publication: . 329 pages : 20 cm

Really enjoyed it.

The dreamhouse. by Carter, Ruth

Publication: . 2 videodiscs (DVD) (168 min.) 25

Very entertaining. Was very good…friends going flatting and all the dramas! Was very touching how it affected the parents when their child leaves home!!! but these awesomely unique guys- the excitement, the fear, the heartache of Mum and Dad Great watch.

Deej / by Rooy, Robert

Publication: . 1 videodisc (72 min.) : 4 3/4 in. +

Isn't it amazing how the mind works and how technology has and can help people become "real" to everyone. Great film, great lad.

Bullies, cyberbullies and frenemies / by Elliot, Michele

Publication: . 128 pages ; 20 cm :

I got this out for my 13 year old daughter who was experiencing bullying. I had a quick read first and it seemed good advice delivered in a very easy manner. She found it sufficiently worthwhile to read the whole book.

Please stand by / by Lewin, Ben

Publication: . 1 videodisc (93 min.) : 4 3/4 in.

Very good film; enjoyed it.

Sanctuary : by Collin, Len

Publication: . 1 videodisc (87 min.) : 4 3/4 in.

Very sad and funny at times. Highlights some of the real and poignant concerns people have. Also shows that we are all just people- whatever our abilities, we can get ourselves into strife!

Cleo the crocodile : by Treisman, Karen

Publication: . 1 volume : 30 cm.

An excellent way to introduce therapeutic activities to young children who have experienced relationship trauma. Also has useful guidance for adults and caregivers.

Presley the pug relaxation activity book : by Treisman, Karen

Publication: . 1 volume : 30 cm.

This is such a wonderful resource that is also beautifully illustrated. I think it will work with a much wider age range and I plan on using some of the activities with young adults.

Breathe like a bear : by Willey, Kira

Publication: . x, 84 pages : 24 cm

Lovely smple exercises. Especially liked the shoulder and neck exercises.

Disability and self-employment :

Publication: . 36 pages : 21 cm

Really enjoyed this book.

Autism : by Fletcher-Watson, Sue

Publication: . xiii, 194 pages : 24 cm

This is one of the most informative books I have read on autism in a long time. Gives a comprehensive overview of current research, psychological theories and contemporary thinking. Includes contributions from members of the autism community. It was easy to read and stimulated my thinking about autism in new ways. 5 stars.

A journey with Brendan : by Ng, May

Publication: . 188 pages : 20 cm

Great for parents and professionals. Lots of great ideas and advice- great for parents from a parent but also with the eyes of a pediatrician. I got a lot out of the book- much I knew but great insight too from a different perspective. Definitely going on my list of recommended books!

Maria and me : by Gallardo, Maria

Publication: . 1 volume unpaged : 25 cm.

Interesting but initially I found the font hard to read.