Helping traumatized children develop the story of their life and the lives of people closest to them is key to their understanding and acceptance of who they are and their past experiences. The Child's Own Story is an introduction to life story work and how this effective tool can be used to help children and young people recover from abuse and make sense of a disrupted upbringing in multiple homes or families. The authors explain the concepts of attachment, separation, loss and identity, using these contexts to describe how to use techniques such as family trees, wallpaper work, and eco- and geno-scaling. They offer guidance on interviewing relatives and carers, and how to gain access to key documentation, including social workers' case files, legal papers, and health, registrar and police records. This sensitive, practice-focused guide to life story work includes case examples and exercises, and is an invaluable resource for social workers, child psychotherapists, residential care staff, long-term foster carers and other professionals working with traumatized children.
The book provides a nuanced analysis of the state of democracy in the UK, contrasting the perception of decline with evidence of resilience. It highlights the robust nature of electoral processes and acceptance of results, while also addressing issues like ministerial accountability and the challenge of national unity. The author identifies both effective remedies and superficial solutions to the symptoms of democratic strain. Ultimately, it argues that despite economic challenges, the majority of Britons value their democratic freedoms over the allure of authoritarianism.
Porter Rose, a covert operations hero, battles both external enemies and his inner demons upon returning to his chaotic home city. Tasked by a shadow government, he navigates a treacherous landscape filled with mayhem while seeking vengeance for his best friend's murder and pursuing the love of his life. Set in the vibrant yet destructive 'City of Roses,' the narrative delves into themes of chaos, loyalty, and the complexities of personal conflict amidst a backdrop of intrigue and violence.
Exploring the intricacies of human experience, this work delves into the lives of its characters through a series of interconnected stories. Each narrative, while brief, captures profound emotions and moments of clarity, revealing the beauty and complexity of everyday life. The author masterfully blends humor and poignancy, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys and relationships. Rich in detail and insight, this collection offers a fresh perspective on the significance of seemingly small events.
Focusing on the education of pupils with learning difficulties, this book reexamines the interplay between specialized curricula and the broader National Curriculum. It emphasizes the importance of personal and social development, advocating for a more integrated approach to education that addresses the unique needs of these students while aligning with established educational standards.
Exploring the indescribable terrors of war, the narrative delves into the complexities of a soldier's role and his obligations to humanity. It juxtaposes the brutal realities of combat with the eternal struggle between genders, highlighting the psychotic yet divine expression of femininity. The novel offers a profound examination of the psychological and emotional landscapes shaped by conflict and the intricate dynamics of human relationships amidst chaos.
Exploring the role of referendums in challenging EU decisions, the book contrasts parliamentary elections with direct public votes on policies. It highlights how cultural values, rather than class, shape referendum outcomes in countries like Britain, Greece, and the Netherlands. Using Brexit as a central case, it illustrates the tension between national voter preferences and EU authority, while emphasizing that regaining control over policymaking is complex, influenced by global dynamics beyond national borders.
The story follows three psychopathic brothers who, after losing their mother and their home, unleash a gruesome murder spree driven by an insatiable thirst for blood. As their violence escalates, the narrative raises questions about the consequences of their actions and who will ultimately bring justice to their horrifying rampage.
Effectively deploy fully managed workloads using Google Cloud's serverless services Key Features Use real-world use cases to understand the core functionalities of Functions as a Service Explore the potential of Cloud Run, Knative, Cloud Build, Google Kubernetes Engine, and Cloud Storage Get to grips with architectural decisions, seamless deployments, containerization, and serverless solutions Book Description Google Cloud's serverless platform allows organizations to scale fully managed solutions without worrying about the underlying infrastructure. With this book, you will learn how to design, develop, and deploy full stack serverless apps on Google Cloud. The book starts with a quick overview of the Google Cloud console, its features, user interface (UI), and capabilities. After getting to grips with the Google Cloud interface and its features, you will explore the core aspects of serverless products such as Cloud Run, Cloud Functions and App Engine. You will also learn essential features such as version control, containerization, and identity and access management with the help of real-world use cases. Later, you will understand how to incorporate continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) techniques for serverless applications. Toward the concluding chapters, you will get to grips with how key technologies such as Knative enable Cloud Run to be hosted on multiple platforms including Kubernetes and VMware. By the end of this book, you will have become proficient in confidently developing, managing, and deploying containerized applications on Google Cloud. What you will learn Explore the various options for deploying serverless workloads on Google Cloud Determine the appropriate serverless product for your application use case Integrate multiple lightweight functions to build scalable and resilient services Increase productivity through build process automation Understand how to secure serverless workloads using service accounts Build a scalable architecture with Google Cloud Functions and Cloud Run Who this book is for If you are a cloud administrator, architect, or developer who wants to build scalable systems and deploy serverless workloads on Google Cloud, then this book is for you. To get the most out of this book, a basic understanding of the serverless ecosystem and cloud computing will be beneficial
Based on a true story, Not Strictly Dancing focuses on Ray Rhodes, who grew up in a turbulent family in Birmingham. Follow Ray's life from birth to the discovery of one of the loves of his life - ballroom dancing - and onwards to the other love of his life...
