• ISBN13: 9780470847596
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Medical, Nursing and Health Sciences
• Publisher: Wiley
• Publisher Imprint: Wiley-Blac
• Publication Date: May 16, 2003
• Pages: 124
• Original Price: 20.75 USD
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 186 grams

About the Book As many parents know, eczema amongst children can be a difficult, painful and frustrating condition to cope with for the parent andthe child. <p/> It frequently causes irritable behaviour in the child and sleepdisruption. This can result in parenting difficulties, and may evenplace the child at increased risk of behavioural and emotionalproblems. <p/> In addition to covering the medical aspects of the condition, Understanding Childhood Eczema focuses on the psychologicalconsequences and how they can be managed, as well as psychologicalfactors in treatment. <p/> Revealing the advantages and drawbacks of conventional therapies, this easy-to-follow guide explains all aspects of childhood eczemain an accessible manner to help you and your child cope with thisdistressing condition. <p/> <br> Penny Titman is an experienced clinical child psychologist who hasextensive experience in working with children and families withchronic health problems. She has completed a PhD on thepsychological impact of skin conditions on children and theirfamilies which included a study of childhood eczema on the family.