Drawing on in-depth case studies, this book examines the nature of participatory research in the social sciences and its role in increasing research participation among vulnerable or marginalized populations. In so doing, Participatory Research details how inclusion and collaboration can be enhanced among vulnerable research participants—such as those with profound learning difficulties, victims of abuse and trauma, and children and young people—and shows how useful the approach can be with these groups. Also exploring important ethical issues and challenges associated with participatory research, this book will be an invaluable resource for an international audience of students, researchers, and academics seeking to put participatory research methods into practice.

Participatory Research: Working with Vulnerable Groups in Research and Practice

Politics & Social Sciences

Aldridge, Jo

Social Sciences

Policy Press

Children caring for parents with mental illness: Perspectives of young carers, parents and professionals

<p>Little is known about the experiences of children living in families affected by severe and enduring mental illness. This is the first in-depth study of children and young people caring for parents affected in this way. Drawing on primary research data collected from 40 families, the book presents the perspectives of children (young carers), their parents and the key professionals in contact with them.</p>

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Psychology & Counseling

Little is known about the experiences of children living in families affected by severe and enduring mental illness. This is the first in-depth study of children and young people caring for parents affected in this way. Drawing on primary research data collected from 40 families, the book presents the perspectives of children (young carers), their parents and the key professionals in contact with them. Children caring for parents with mental illness makes an invaluable contribution to the growing evidence base on parental mental illness and outcomes for children. It:·[vbTab]is the first research-based text to examine the experiences and needs of children caring for parents with severe mental illness;·[vbTab]provides the perspectives of children, parents and key professionals in contact with these families;·[vbTab]reviews existing medical, social, child protection and young carers literatures on parental mental illness and consequences for children; ·[vbTab]provides a chronology and guide to relevant law and policy affecting young carers and parents with severe mental illness;·[vbTab]makes concrete recommendations and suggestions for improving policy and professional practice;·[vbTab]contributes to the growing evidence base on parental mental illness and outcomes for children and families.

Becker, Saul

Growing interest in the social and therapeutic value of horticulture, has produced little evidence that demonstrates outcomes for vulnerable groups, including those with learning difficulties and mental health problems. This report addresses the gap in knowledge and presents the findings of the first study of horticulture projects across the UK.

Health, well-being and social inclusion: Therapeutic horticulture in the UK

Sempik, Joe

<p>Until now little published work has focused on how horticulture and gardening can help to promote social inclusion for vulnerable groups. This guide looks at the ways in which social and therapeutic horticulture projects can help foster independence, build self esteem and provide training and employment opportunities for vulnerable groups.</p>

Growing together: A practice guide to promoting social inclusion through gardening and horticulture

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Gardening & Landscape Design

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Participatory Research: Working with Vulnerable Groups in Research and Practice

Participatory Research: Working with Vulnerable Groups in Research and Practice

Children caring for parents with mental illness: Perspectives of young carers, parents and professionals

Children caring for parents with mental illness: Perspectives of young carers, parents and professionals

Health, well-being and social inclusion: Therapeutic horticulture in the UK

Growing together: A practice guide to promoting social inclusion through gardening and horticulture