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Posted on May 30, 2017November 9, 2017Autism

Strategies in Supporting Children with Special Needs around Death and Dying

“My grandma isn’t a dinosaur. Why are the dinosaurs in this book teaching about death?” “My dad’s not a leaf. I don’t understand what falling…

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Posted on November 17, 2016November 9, 2017Bereavement

Understanding the Mind of a Grieving Child

By Elke Barber, young widow and author of ‘Is Daddy Coming Back in a Minute?’ and ‘What Happened to Daddy’s Body?’ offers her thoughts on…

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Posted on August 18, 2016September 5, 2016Bereavement

A Q&A with Rosalind Bradley – author of A Matter of Life and Death

We talked to Rosalind Bradley about her new book, her motivations for writing it and her relationship with the concept of death.   What motivated you to write…

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Posted on August 4, 2016August 4, 2016Bereavement

What is death? And how can we help children understand it? – Marian Carter

In this extract from Helping Children and Adolescents Think about Death, Dying and Bereavement, Marian Carter draws upon her experience as a chaplain who has worked…

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Posted on March 13, 2015March 6, 2015Counselling

Can children regain hope after suffering loss?

A social worker by profession, Camille Gibbs works closely with children who have experienced trauma and loss. Camille’s new book A Sky of Diamonds  presents a touching…

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Posted on February 14, 2014July 3, 2017Bereavement

Breaking the final taboo – a talk with Dying Matters.

Final Chapters: Writings About the End of Life is a moving collection of short stories and poetry pieces originally written for a competition run by the…

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Posted on December 10, 2013July 3, 2017Bereavement

Helping people through the holidays.

In this blog post, John Wilson, bereavement counsellor and author of Supporting People through Loss and Grief, shares some thoughts on how grieving people can cope…

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Posted on June 24, 2013Arts therapies

The comfort of music at the end of life – an extract from Musical Encounters with Dying

While teaching piano to an adult student, an unexpected diagnosis led Islene Runningdeer to explore how music could provide a deep sense of comfort and…

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The Essential Guide to Life After Bereavement cover.
Posted on May 31, 2013Counselling

What do you say to someone who is bereaved? JKP author Judy Carole Kauffmann advises

In every Bereavement and Loss workshop that I have facilitated over the years, regardless of the role of the participant, the question of universal interest…

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Posted on April 30, 2013Dementia

Request a free copy of JKP’s latest catalogue on dementia

Our latest catalogue on Dementia and Elder Care is now available. With full information on our new and bestselling titles, this catalogue is a tremendous…

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Mental health advocate and author, @katieconibearwriter will be taking over the JKP Instagram on World Bipolar Day! 

Katie’s book, Living at the Speed of Light, is an honest and insightful guide drawing on their own experiences since their diagnosis of bipolar disorder in 2012, and offering advice on how to manage the condition and work towards stability.
 
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Improve your skills with the first GCSE Maths study guide to use engaging multisensory methods for students with specific learning differences. 

Build your confidence with fun activities and study strategies covering algebra, fractions, quadratics, percentages & more! 

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Coming this April! 🏳️‍🌈 Driven by the n Coming this April! 🏳️‍🌈

Driven by the necessity of filling the void of LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the birth world, AJ Silver, founder of @thequeerbirthclub, has written this brilliantly informative book filled with stories and experiences of LGBTQIA+ parents as well as professionals in the field. 

Including interviews with @jake_graf5, @freddy.mcconnell and Sabia Wade @theblackdoula, and covering topics such as lactation and surrogacy, this crucial guide marks a step forward for inclusivity. A must-read for any healthcare professional.
 
“There is so much to learn from AJ's book. They have packed it full of information, and all of it accessible. Each read brought me to new revelations and reflections, not only with my own practice but with what I teach and how. One to return to, continually.” 
- Mars Lord, Life Coach and Doula Educator, @_marslord 

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We’ve got incredible new books for you to enjoy. 

These are just a handful of our amazing new releases, head over to the JKP.com link in bio to find out more!
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With less than a week until Connected by Autism opens its (virtual) doors, now’s the time to secure your ticket. 

Don’t miss out on your chance to listen to insightful talks from our incredible line-up of speakers! You’ll have 30 days access to everything so you won’t miss any talks and can enjoy all the content in your own time.

Check out the Connected by Autism link in our LinkTree for more information!
Centring on families and their personal journeys, Centring on families and their personal journeys, this is a must-read for all lactation consultants, birthing professionals, healthcare workers and parents. Packed full of practical tips, professional research-led evidence and real-life examples, this invaluable guide by @emmapickettibclc has everything you need to feel better informed and more confident.

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