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Naoki Higashida, introduced by David Mitchell and translated by KA Yoshida & David Mitchell: Sceptre http://www.fishpond.com.au/ RRP $25.40 ISBN 1444776770
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The Reason I Jump
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The No. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller. Written by CI Naoki Higashida when he was only thirteen, this remarkable book AL IN T E provides a rare insight into the often baffling behaviour of autistic children. Naoki explains things like why he talks loudly or repeats the same questions, what causes him to have panic attacks, and why he likes to jump.
He also shows the way he thinks and feels about his world – other people, nature, time and beauty, and himself. Abundantly proving that people with autism do possess imagination, humour and empathy, he also makes clear how badly they need our compassion, patience and understanding. The Reason I Jump gives us an exceptional chance to enter the mind of another and see the world from a strange and fascinating perspective. The book also features eleven original illustrations, inspired by Naoki’s words, by the artistic duo Kai and Sunny.
Caring for people with dementia: a shared approach Christine Wilson
Sage Publications: http://www.footprint.com.au/ RRP $66.00 ISBN 9781412962001
Skills in caring for people with dementia are increasingly demanded of all health care practitioners as the numbers of diagnosed increase. Caring for People with Dementia presents Christine Brown Wilson’s latest research into improving dementia care for both non-expert students and junior staff as well as more senior managers. This book will be indispensable reading for all nursing and healthcare students and practitioners who want to improve the quality of life for people with dementia.
Supporting Children’s Health and Wellbeing Jackie Musgrave
Sage Publications: http:// www.booktopia.com.au/ RRP $59.00. ISBN 9781473930322
In the recent years ‘safeguarding’ measures to ensure the health and wellbeing of all children has become an increasing focus in the early years. Supporting Children’s Health and
Wellbeing helps early years students and practitioners working with children and young people gain an understanding of the key issues relating to children’s health in particular, examining the possible ways in which health can impact upon young children’s early childhood education and care. A timely, topical text that will be invaluable to early years professionals.
Public mental health – global perspectives Edited by Lee Knifton and Neil Quinn,
McGraw-Hill Education: http://www.footprint.com.au/ RRP $35.78. ISBN 9781446268186
Mental health is a fundamental public health priority, and this stimulating and comprehensive book brings together all of the key issues to offer an overview for students and practitioners alike. Written by a team of leading international experts, the book summarises the evidence base and asks the key questions at the heart of a range of topics from community development to public mental health in schools and recovery and wellbeing. All books can be ordered through the publisher or your local bookshop. NSWNMA members can borrow the books featured here via the Library’s Online Catalogue: visit http:// www.nswnma.asn.au/library-services. Call 8595 1234 or 1300 367 962, or email gensec@nswnma.asn.au for assistance with loans or research. Some books are reviewed using information supplied and have not been independently reviewed.
Harrison’s hematology and oncology Dan L Longo, McGraw Hill Education: https://www. booktopia.com.au/ RRP $163.95. ISBN 9781259835834 Featuring a compilation of chapters related to haematology and oncology derived from Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, Nineteenth Edition (including content from the acclaimed Harrison’s DVD, now available here in print), this concise, full-colour clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigour and authority that have defined Harrison’s. You will find 57 chapters from more than 75 renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation.
To purchase a copy of Nurses at Work: A history of industrial and occupational health nurses in New South Wales, Nancy Bundle AM and Jim Kitay go to www.nswnma.asn.au/ nswnmamembers/merchandise/ $20 – NSWNMA Members $39.95 – non members THE LAMP SEPTEMBER 2017 | 43