Books published by Hong Kong University Press

In 2011, the University of Hong Kong celebrated its centenary as the first and for many years, only university in Hong Kong providing a Western, English-language education for the region. An exhibition entitled "HKU Memories from the Archives" held at the University Museum and Art Gallery from December 2011 to March 2012, featured over two hundred artefacts from the collections of the University Archives and loans from private collections. This richly illustrated publication presents a selection of documents and artefacts, primarily from the first fifty years of the University's history.

Taking into account cultural differences between Asian and Western patients, this book focuses on delivery of effective treatment at an early stage in psychosis, especially for young people. It pays particular attention to early intervention programmes established in Hong Kong and Singapore, and assesses recent developments in Korea, Japan and other countries. The volume covers approaches in the management of psychosis, including pathway to care, stigma and interventions. With reference to the experiences of frontline practitioners, research findings and theories, it highlights the practical needs in non-Western healthcare settings. Culturally relevant discussions on recovery, relapse, self-harm and comorbid substance abuse are discussed. It also covers case studies to illustrate challenges and strategies in managing early psychosis.

This book is published in conjunction with Edward S. T. Ho's first solo exhibition of his watercolour paintings at the Exhibition Gallery of Hong Kong City Hall in March 2013. Entitled 'Watercolour Journey', these are images of mostly far off places in Mr. Ho's travels. "I have been fortunate to have a group of friends who like to travel with me to fairly exotic places, to Africa, the Middle East, South America, the Antarctic and countries such as India, Iran, Jordan, Sri Lanka and Bhutan. Images of these places have provided me with interesting subjects for my paintings and wonderful mementos of my journeys. I wish to share those memories with my friends once again, and also with those who also enjoy seeing new places and experiencing different cultures."

Ecology / Environmental Studies