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.
John Hamwee has been a practicing acupuncturist for over 20 years and is a teacher of acupuncture and Zero Balancing. He previously worked as a Senior Lecturer in Systems at The Open University, UK, for whom he wrote numerous textbooks. He practices in London and the Lake District, UK.
This is a fun, colourful and melodic introduction to the mindful practice of body scanning written for children. The gentle rhyming text helps children become aware of their bodily sensations and helps them understand how their Zensations might be linked to their emotions. Perfect for bedtime or nap time routines or even medical environments.
As spiritual paths, Zen and Christianity can learn from one another. In this book, Anglican priest and Zen teacher Christopher Collingwood sets out how Zen can return Christians to their roots with renewed energy, and allow others to consider Christianity in a new and more favourable light.
How is the modern world shaping young people and youth crime? What impact is this having on the latest policies and practice? Are current youth justice services working? With contributions from leading researchers in the field, this book offers an insightful, scholarly and critical analysis of such key issues.Youth Offending and Youth Justice ......
With ever-increasing new policies on anti-social behaviour' and ongoing public concern over the care of children, juvenile crime and law breaking, this new book is a timely examination of recent developments in the areas of youth justice and child protection. The central focus of the book is on whether society and young people in state care, both ......
What if I don't know how to "do stuff" all the other gays can do? What if I don't know the name of that gay Netflix movie? What if I'm not obsessed with Jennifer Coolidge like everyone else? Am I really bad at being gay? While being gay has become more socially and legally acceptable, there's a specific kind of gay that's most accepted. He's hot, ......
Anxiety and Burnout are Logical (and You Can Overcome Them)
"Anxiety, fear and panic - it all makes perfect sense." Anxiety and burnout can be confusing and bewildering but once you understand them better, it becomes clear that your reactions in both mind and body make complete sense. Written by GP Dr Martin Brunet, who has over 23 years of professional experience and is well known for his viral online ......
A Visual Guide to Playing and Hanging Out for Children on the Autism Spectrum
When you're all by yourself, you can (nearly) do anything you want, but when you're playing with other people, they might want to do something different. The more you know what they like, the more fun can be had playing!
Children on the autism spectrum can find playing with other children difficult and they may be ......
A Visual Guide to Playing and Hanging Out for Children on the Autism Spectrum
When you're all by yourself, you can (nearly) do anything you want, but when you're playing with other people, they might want to do something different. The more you know what they like, the more fun can be had playing! Children on the autism spectrum can find playing with other children difficult and they may be highly focused in their ......
