Jessica Kingsley Publishers was founded in 1987 in London by Jessica Kingsley and is committed to publishing books that make a difference. In 2004 we opened our US office in Philadelphia and in 2017 we became part of the John Murray Press division of Hachette Group.
We publish books for professionals and general readers in a range of subjects. We are well known for our long established lists on the autism spectrum, social work, and arts therapies. More recently we have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care, practical theology and gender diversity. We have a range of graphic novels across these subject areas, and books for children, on issues including bereavement, depression and anger.
Immersing the reader in Daoist philosophy and its impact on life, this new edition of Vital Breath of the Dao by Master Zhongxian Wu is a fully illustrated guide to qigong, a way of physical and spiritual cultivation, and a way of life. The book includes the historical background, practical application, underlying principles and techniques of ......
Jillian Celentano lived most of her life not accepting who she was. Since beginning her transition at the age of 55, she has been able to live authentically as her true self. In this helpful and practical guide, she offers advice to other people who are transitioning later in life.
Practical Philosophy, Useful Tools, and True Stories
Down-to-earth guide to implementing restorative justice in schools, with concrete tools and real-world stories to help. It is packed with expertise on everything from restorative circles to understanding the importance of conflict, and the authors demonstrate throughout the value of a restorative approach in bringing out the best in your school.
Sexuality and Relationships Education for Children from Infancy up to Age 11
With helpful and accessible advice, this is an informative guide to open communication with children about relationships and sexuality. Highlighting the value of positive sexuality education and going beyond a single 'talk', it covers potential challenges and how to address them, offering developmentally appropriate guidance for ages up to 11.
A Concise, Problem-Solving Resource for Family and Friends
This book will equip carers, family members and friends with the skills to support a person with schizophrenia or other psychoses. Concise language and practical problem-solving exercises throughout make this an ideal resource to easily digest and dip in and out of as needed. It begins by describing the condition in detail, going on to cover the ......
Autism is associated with many qualities that are highly sought after by employers such as reliability, persistence, attention to detail, creativity in problem solving and many others. The key to success in the workplace is understanding these strengths and identifying the support you need to help you flourish.
Stories and Lesson Plans to Teach Inclusivity and Social Issues
A compendium of social stories followed by activities, lesson plans and useful resources for teachers and parents to discuss their opinions and concerns on a range of issues such as gender diversity, racism, neurodiversity and climate change.
This essential guide for working with PDA pupils outlines effective and practical ways that teachers and school staff can support these pupils, by endorsing a child-led approach to learning and assessment.
Intimate self-touch and masturbation can pose many difficulties for people with learning disabilities and/or on the autistic spectrum, particularly when it happens in public settings. This frank and thorough guide looks at societal, cultural and religious views of masturbation, how teens develop into sexual beings.
