{"product_id":"psychological-support-for-workers-on-the-move-9781032200439","title":"Psychological Support for Workers on the Move","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the psychological pressures faced by workers who migrate for short periods, exploring what it means to work in high-stress environments, often on time-limited contracts and with low levels of support; and how best to protect this kind of key worker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe text addresses three central questions. First, how we can think about the experiences of workers on the move? Second, what forms of support given by who, and when, provide the best staff care? Finally, how can appropriate and timely staff support by organisations influence the lives of workers on the move? The authors, all psychological therapists and many former international workers, offer recommendations for workers in humanitarian aid, the mission sector, international contracting and seafaring, among others, taking into account the changing world of work, and the impact on this of the Covid-19 pandemic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003ePsychological Support for Workers on the Move provides essential guidance to organisation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A crucial topic, a crucial book. Understanding and caring for the neglected often misunderstood but growing number of those travelling to improve our world. And critically for the organisations to whom they belong. This book is profound, readable and practical. We come to grips with the real issues through explanation, story and example. We learn about essential ways to bring focus on many diverse groups of people. A book not just for the bookshelf, but to read, consult and have with you in the office, clinic or place of work.\" — \u003cb\u003eDr Ted Lankester,\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eTravel Health Specialist, Co-Founder of InterHealth and Thrive-Worldwide\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"If you are a highly mobile, international worker, you will probably see your experiences and struggles reflected in this engaging, informative book. Whether you are an international aid worker, volunteer, contractor or seafarer, reading this book will help you realise you are not alone and that help is available. Written by mental health practitioners with a clear grasp of the common challenges faced by workers on the move - such as moral injury, the role of religious and spiritual faith, and relationships and family life - this book is full of insights, case studies and practical recommendations. An essential guide on mental health support for organisations, staff and service providers alike.\" — \u003cb\u003eGemma Houdney,\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eAuthor of 'The Vulnerable Humanitarian: Ending Burnout Culture in the Aid Sector'\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. ‘Good fit’ \u0026amp; righting the relationship – an exploration of employee \u0026amp; organisational relationships in the international aid sector 2. Building resilience among staff working internationally 3. Searching for security: An attachment perspective on aid worker relationships 4. A sticking plaster on a gaping wound: \"Moral injury\", stress and burn out in humanitarian aid workers 5. Sharing family dilemmas for those working internationally 6. Supporting grassroots aid workers and volunteers 7. Supporting those with religious faith in the humanitarian sector: cultural and psychotherapeutic considerations 8. Seafarers: ‘They that go down to the sea in ships to do business in great waters’ 9. Supporting international contractors working in aid and development contexts 10. Psychosocial support work with aid and development staff following sexual trauma 11. Working with children and young people whose families are working away from their home country 12. Who’s the client? Limitations and advantages of therapeutic work as a psychological contractor for aid organisations 13. Meeting needs remotely – online support for international staff\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51018895393111,"sku":"9781032200439","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781032200439.jpg?v=1750778562","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/psychological-support-for-workers-on-the-move-9781032200439","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}