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From A to ZZZs dvd
Ref: 1252
What is sleep? Experts from a sleep lab talk about REM and non-REM sleep; circadian rhythms and the quantity of sleep required. The effects of sleep deprivation and what sleep is for is clearly explained. Viewers see a study of young people's sleep habits and how learning, memory and overall performance is affected by sleep, especially in teenage years.
Support material on dvd.
2006 18 mins
See Sleep posters
Price: £29.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Understanding your Emotions CD and Lesson Plans
Ref: 1269
These lesson plans have been designed to help children to express themselves and interact compassionately with others through an understanding of self-awareness, empathy, motivation and improved social skills.
The CD includes a variety of printable resource sheets, activities, lesson plans and useful background information.
2007 KS3 & 4
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Being Me CD and Lesson Plans
Ref: 1268
A very useful set of lesson plans designed to open discussion with children and to address issues around body image and self-awareness. The CD includes background information, activities and printable resource sheets.
This sensitive and supportive resource is a valuable addition to a PSHE and Citizenship programme.
2007/08 KS3 & 4
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Ageing Successfully dvd
Ref: 1248
Unprecedented numbers of the world's population are now living into what we term as 'old age' and this programme examines the SOC model (Selection, Optimisation and Compensation) as put forward by psychologists Paul and Margret Baltes. There are segments of the cognitive tests used to assess the mental abilities of older people and there is discussion about the personality components that tend to lead to positive ageing experiences.
1997 31 mins Online notes

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Price: £64.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Matters2Me
Ref: 1255
An excellent resource introduced by Julie Walters and produced by a children's charity, a child protection expert and the country's leading criminologist.
This DVD uses animation and real case histories to show how children can become the victims of sexual, physical and emotional abuse in Britain today and how parents, teachers, youth workers and sports coaches can do something positive to overcome these dangers. Audience: Suitabe for children aged 6-16, parents, teachers and child carers. 2007 40 mins
"I am delighted to be involved with Matters2Me and believe that this DVD is a must-have for everyone working with children" Julie Walters, award-winning actress.
Price: £14.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Stem Cells - The Promise dvd
Ref: 1238
Originally shown as part of Channel 4's "Equinox" series these two documentaries evoked a huge response as they highlighted the implications of stem cell research for humanity as a whole. An end to cancer and other degenerative diseases would change society and the world as we know it. A fantastic stimulus for discussion about the ethics of whether the West should continue funding this research whilst the Third World face a world of drought, famine, disease and despair.
2002 2 x 50 mins
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Price: £13.61(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Health and Social Care DVD
Ref: 1085
A series of six programmes produced by 4 learning showing a range of case studies highlighting clients' needs and how they can best be addressed.
Ideal for use on interactive whiteboard


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Price: £30.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Diet & Disease in Modern Society dvd
Ref: 1004b
If you are looking to get across to your students the huge impact diet has on health this is a great resource!

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Buy now at this great reduced price and save a fantastic £20!
Price: £49.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Better Health Through Better Eating dvd
Ref: 1187
This excellent programme presented by actor Brendan Gregory, contains everything you need to know about food to eat well and become healthier and how to make informed choices about food, nutrition and diet for you and your family.
2006 44 mins
Price: £15.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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To help make your job easier we've put together a whole page of links to useful, interesting and amusing Health and Social Care websites that we think you'll enjoy.
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That's My Life/Being Different dvd
Ref: 1102
Two programmes on one dvd - "That's my Life" and "Being Different". Each programme has five short films featuring young people with a range of disabilities talking about what is important to them and reflecting on the attitudes of those around them.
Ideal for use on interactive whiteboard
Price: £30.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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CARING FOR THE PERSON WITH ALZHEIMERS dvd
Ref: 705a
Presented by Dr Rosemary Leonard, this informative guide is aimed at both practising and new care workers.
Price: £55.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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JUST LISTEN - Learning Disabilities dvd
Ref: 1093d
Via a series of interviews, this progamme examines the prejudices and stereotypes people harbour against those with learning difficulties.

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Price: £49.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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BEHIND THE DISABILITY, YOU'LL SEE ME resource pack
Ref: 1109
This positive film, involving those with both physical and communication difficulties, is an ideal preparation for students new to working with disabled people.
Price: £39.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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BEHIND THE DISABILITY, YOU'LL SEE ME dvd only
Ref: 1109i
Individual dvd from the resource pack. See above for details
Price: £19.95(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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WINNING THROUGH dvd
Ref: 1101
Five young people with AUTISM and their families share their experiences, hoping to encourage other families at, or near, the point of diagnosis.
Price: £11.06(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Community dvd
Ref: 1091
Five programmes on one dvd provide a wealth of material on the following topics : Youth Crime Prevention, Smoke Alarms & Escape Routes; the Role of Disabled People in Society; Young Carers; and Emergency First Aid.

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Price: £49.99(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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When Parents Part dvd
Ref: 1203
Aimed at helping and supporting children and families experiencing parental conflict and relationship breakdown, this DVD shows divorce from the child's perspective and offers parents valuable advice on how to communicate more effectively during and after divorce.
2007, 16 mins
Price: £15.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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Teenage Grief dvd
Ref: 1204
Teenagers have enough to cope with as huge changes are taking place in themselves and in their lives, but having to deal with the death of a close relative or friend as well, may at times feel like too much for them to handle.
This animated film narrated by Lenny Henry, contains six different scenarios about young people from different backgrounds facing bereavement in varying circumstances.
The dvd and useful booklet aim to help parents and others to understand the ways that young people grieve and how best to support them
2007, 13 mins
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Price: £34.04(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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BELIEVE ME dvd
Ref: 0668
This animated title addresses the difficult subject of sexual abuse sensitively and encourages pupils to think about the issues presented.
12 mins, 2002
Price: £34.04(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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BEYOND BELIEF dvd
Ref: 860
This resource tackles the delicate subject of child sexual abuse and its impact on both the child and the family. Parents, carers and health professionals are shown a range of situations and encouraged to listen to children, believe them and to take responsibility for protecting them.
13 mins, 2003
Price: £34.04(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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TODDLER TAMING SERIES - Growing Up dvd
Ref: 104
Title from this popular series with Dr. Christopher Green, including choosing the right childcare and sibling rivalry.
Price: £20.00(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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JOINED UP FAMILIES dvd
Ref: 0809
Step families are increasingly common in Britain - over two and a half million children currently find themselves in such families. Looking at all aspects of the situation, this animated dvd highlights the problems, and benefits that inevitably occur and offers an insight for parents into coping strategies.
14 mins, 2003
Price: £34.04(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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BRIDGING THE GAP dvd
Ref: 555
At last - a title about the generation gap that appeals to both parents and teenagers.
Price: £34.04(Excluding: VAT at 17.5%)
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HOME TRUTHS dvd
Ref: 0346
Five young people tell their stories as "hidden victims" of male violence in the home.
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