Families, Carers and Professionals

The lack of practical information available tothe families of vulnerable individuals - and sometimes a similar lack of resources for the professionals who deal with them - canlead tofrustration and in some cases tragedy. In this practical guide for anyone involved incaring for patients with challenging behaviour, Gráinne Smith (author of the bestselling Anorexia and Bulimia in the Family) championsthe importance of teamwork so that carers, both formal and informal, can learn tocollaborate in treatment approaches with professionals. Drawing onanonymous case studiesas well as recent research andexperience, this unique book provides an array of practical tools and templates to aid the development of consistent, effective all-round care for vulnerable individuals.