Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People and Families: A Guide for Nurses and Midwives / Edition 1

by Gill Watson, Sandra Rodwell

Overview

'This is an excellent book that clearly assess the challenges faced by children and families and those responsible for their care. Relevant case studies with activites, encourage a deeper understanding of the role and responsibilities of health professionals in safeguarding children in our society' - Mrs Yetunde Akinnuoye, Health and Social Sciences, Middlesex University

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446248904
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	04/03/2014
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	6.60(w) x 9.40(h) x 0.50(d)

Table of Contents

Part I: Policies and theories
Policy to practice - Lynn Kelly, Gill Watson and Sandra Rodwell
Key themes in safeguarding and protecting children and young people - Sandra Rodwell and Gill Watson
Attachment - Gill Watson and Lynn Kelly
Risk assessment - Sandra Rodwell and Gill Watson
Part II: Relationships, communication and practice
Vulnerability in pregnancy and childbirth - Joan Cameron
Supporting the development of positive parenting - Susan Redman, Morag Rush and Gill Watson
Family-centred care - Jo Corlett and Gill Watson
Engaging with children, young people and their families - Sandra Rodwell and Gill Watson
Part III: Factors impacting on practice
Responding to domestic abuse in the lives of children - Sandra Rodwell
Getting it right: supporting professional responses to child safeguarding and protection - Gill Watson and Sandra Rodwell

Editorial Reviews

‘This book provides an intelligent platform to inform students and future leaders on providing family-centred care.’

Dr Julia Egan

‘This is an easily understandable and interesting read. Case examples and thought-provoking reflective exercises are included throughout, demonstrating the relevant application to healthcare practice.’

Jill John

‘An up to date and comprehensive book which puts safeguarding children and young people into the 21^st century context. Essential reading for both healthcare students and qualified professionals alike.’

Toni Bewley, Senior Lecturer, Edge Hill University

Toni Bewley