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.
The Ultimate Guide For LGBTQIA+ Teens On The Spectrum
An inspiring survival guide for autistic LGBTQIA+ teens, sharing experience and advice oncoming out, consent, staying safe in relationships, communicating with family members, finding a community and practicing self-care.
This book explores story and its importance in early childhood. It provides a theoretical foundation and considers how to practically implement the use of stories to aid children's wellbeing and holistic development. Ideal for those working in early years looking to encourage creativity and foster positive communication in children's lives.
Our initial experience of life and existence is tactile and spatial at its core. In Touch is Really Strange, Steve Haines takes readers on a fascinating exploration of touch - a complex and fundamental human experience. He explores the science behind how touch makes us feel real and connected, and how it is essential to the development of ......
An accessible guide to the medicines commonly prescribed to children with ADHD. This book will support parents in discussion with medical professionals and sheds light on the differences between medications, their effectiveness and the decisions that go into prescribing certain medicines.
A personal account from the parents of Colette McCulloch, who was killed on the road after walking out of the specialist care facility for autistic adults where she was being treated. Interspersed with Colette's original writing, this book highlights the importance of understanding and supporting autistic people, and others with complex needs.
This practical guidebook provides an essential overview of living with cancer, treatments, and side effects, exploring the ways in which an adapted yoga practice can help to alleviate the negative impact. It covers key topics such as scope of practice, boundaries and appropriate language, and places emphasis on creating therapeutic space.
A Framework and Activities to Build Structural, Sensory and Social Certainty
The teenage years are associated with high levels of uncertainty and anxiety, compounded by academic and social demands, and physical and emotional changes. They can be especially tough for teenagers who learn differently.
This workbook contains a host of practical activities for teachers and other adults supporting young people with learning ......
With contributions from well-respected figures in the field, this book explores the use of narrative and image in the therapeutic treatment of trauma and addiction.
This book lays out the current legal requirements of manual handling in a non-technical way and includes case studies illustrating the law applied in practice, across health, social care and educational settings. The main part of the book is an A-Z guide, providing quick access to legislation and common law rules applying to personal injury cases.
