Saul Becker – författare

This ground-breaking book focuses on the experiences and perspectives of children and young people who care for a parent with HIV in the global North and South. Drawing on in-depth qualitative research from the UK and Tanzania, the book presents a unique insight into the similarities and differences in children''s and parents'' experiences across diverse socio-economic, cultural and welfare contexts.

The book makes a significant contribution to the growing research evidence on children and young people with caring responsibilities (''young carers'') and the impacts of HIV and AIDS on families globally. It examines caring relationships within families affected by HIV and AIDS; the outcomes of caregiving; children''s and families'' resilience; the factors influencing whether children become involved in care work; and local and global policy responses. It also provides insight into the perspectives of parents living with HIV and service providers working with families.

This book will be of interest to policy makers and practitioners in the field of HIV and AIDS, and to researchers, academics and students concerned with international development, social policy, human geography, childhood and youth studies, social work, health and social care, education, children''s services and nursing and palliative care.

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:

· is the first research-based text to examine the experiences and needs of children caring for parents with severe mental illness;

· provides the perspectives of children, parents and key professionals in contact with these families;

· reviews existing medical, social, child protection and young carers literatures on parental mental illness and consequences for children;

· provides a chronology and guide to relevant law and policy affecting young carers and parents with severe mental illness;

· makes concrete recommendations and suggestions for improving policy and professional practice;

· contributes to the growing evidence base on parental mental illness and outcomes for children and families.