Publisher's Synopsis
This practical and non-technical book offers a skills learning orientation that focuses on improving helping behaviours. The book includes a strong emphasis on cultural differences and takes into account the ageing and socially-mobile nature of society. Designed to be of interest for those doing courses in social work, nursing, behavioural psychology and education, this book looks at the nature of helping, skills needed for loss and crisis management, as well as skills for positive action and behaviour change.
