Working with Distressed Young People [Paperback]

It shows how distress and disturbance is created in young people, causing their behaviour to become difficult and problematic not only to adults but also to themselves and to wider society. Using the latest evidence-based theories, the reader will learn how to detect and diagnose problems and work out strategies for helping young people in distress.This book is an essential guide for those who want to understand and work with troubled young people. Skilfully informed by a blend of youth work and therapeutic professional experience and expertise...this book rises to the task as a solid and practical guide to working with the troubles of adolescence. (Chief Executive, Central London Connexions)useuful book for youth work students working with young people with challenges in thier lives.A really interesting, easy read. Has some great ideas for both youth work and teaching professionals, especially for myself within a PRU provision.There are one or two chapters that compliment the module. Case studies are useful for teaching tools.This is an accessible and valuable text for students wishing to work with young people. The book provides and interesting and useful introduction to the issues and difficulties some young people face and the case studies and activities help to support student learning and application.I have recommended this text for any student wanting a career working with vulnerable young people or looking at working in a youth work/counselling capacityCovers aspects of childhood not often covered in this practical way.Like - Very clear layout, case studies, links to legislation and current policy. Also like - very grounded in practice - a strong feature of text. Not a dislike - but for people who like a more flowing narlcS