Practical interventions for young people at risk  [electronic resource] / 
edited by Kathryn Geldard. 
 - Los Angeles, [Calif.] ;  London :  SAGE,  2009. 
 - 1 online resource (xv, 213 p.) :  ill. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and index. 
<br/><br/> Focusing on interventions that practitioners can use in collaboration with the young person, this book offers hands-on strategies for enhancing resilience and addressing challenges and issues typically faced by young people. Topics covered include: depression, suicide, and self-harm; substance abuse; problematic sexual behaviour; marginalised youth; mental health issues; peer mentoring and building on strengths; cults and gangs; bullying; firelighting. Throughout the book, multi-disciplinary and international authors share their expertise, highlighting relevant evidence-based interventions and considering themes such as anti-oppressive practice, culture, values and ethics. 
<br/><br/> Specialized. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781446269367 (ebook) :  No price 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/><br/><br/>--Services for.<br/>--Counseling of.
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>HV1421  / .P73 2009