Born and bred on the estates of east London, the author's early life was marked by neglect and abuse, and his childhood gift for drawing was stamped out by the tough realities outside his front door. This title tells the true story of how one man turned his life around through the companionship of h[...]

The contributors to this topical volume explore the role of family support in promoting the welfare of children and their families. They show how children can be supported in the development of their full potential despite adverse experiences. Family support enables children to access the variety of[...]

The book looks at secondary suicide prevention (treatment for those thinking about suicide or who are actively suicidal) and is very practically focused. The first chapter reviews the prevention literature and discusses the healthier nation targets. The second chapter outlines solution focused brief[...]