Miller, a dramatherapist and psychologist in New Zealand, informs arts therapists about assessment and outcome measures that can be incorporated into practice. She uses case studies contributed by art
Broadly, this comprehensive book provides an introduction into understanding the influence a particular environment has on the approach one uses for novice as well as for experienced clinicians intere
Wild, a child protection expert, and his contributors examine not-so-subtle but very pervasive acts by commercial and non-commercial interests exploiting children. They cover arguments, bullies, feeli
Meet Chelsea - a young girl who was adopted. Chelsea invites you to learn about adoption from her perspective and introduces us to two friends of hers who were also transracially adopted. Chelsea and
This resource for caregivers and activity planners begins by explaining basics facts of dementia and then reviews processes for assessing residents for activities and planning activities. Different ca
Meet Harry – a young boy who stutters. Harry invites readers to learn about what it is like to stutter from his perspective and how it affects his daily life and makes him feel. He talks about techniq
Australian clinical psychologists Attwood (Griffith U.) and Garnett, who specializes in autism spectrum disorders, outline a cognitive behavioral therapy program for teachers, psychologists, and thera
Many intellectually disabled people are neglected, abused, or even killed by their families or caregivers. Robinson (research fellow, Centre for Children and Young People, Southern Cross U.) gets bene
Although autism is often treated medically or behaviorally, sufferers are naturally subject to high levels of social and emotional stress. As an integrative psychotherapist, Moat is willing to combine
When a young person becomes pregnant, they may be surprised, excited or anxious, and unsure what to expect. Whatever they're feeling, this book is here to help guide them through their pregnancy and b
Songs and rhymes have been used by physicians for centuries in China as a means of memorising and passing on methods of practice and behaviour, moral attitudes, effective points, diagnostic tips and r
Contributes to the understanding of ethics as the cornerstone of mindfulness-based practice. This title is of interest to those who are involved in delivering mindfulness-based interventions, includin
Each book offers an overview of a particular type of alternative medicine in a concise format that will not overwhelm readers new to the subject. Original.
Pain is something that all of us have experienced, yet few people truly understand the science behind pain, something which is fundamental if we are to go any way in influencing or controlling it.
Therapeutic support offered to victims of abuse whether experienced in childhood or in adulthood is often not considered or planned properly; in many instances a victim's definition of recovery and he
Each book offers an overview of a particular type of alternative medicine in a concise format that will not overwhelm readers new to the subject. Original.
Each book offers an overview of a particular type of alternative medicine in a concise format that will not overwhelm readers new to the subject. Original.
Each book offers an overview of a particular type of alternative medicine in a concise format that will not overwhelm readers new to the subject. Original.
As people increasingly seek alternatives to modern medicine, interest is growing in the ancient system of Tibetan medicine, which has been practiced for over 2,500 years. Known as 'gSo-ba-Rig-pa', or
Practiced in community centers and psychiatric hospitals throughout Brazil, Spiritist therapies are gaining increasing recognition internationally for their ability to complement conventional medicine
When an eating disorder (ED) is involved, the problems caused by miscommunication can have serious consequences. A remark from a parent that is intended as positive encouragement could act as a trigge
Painful bladder syndrome, is a common and highly debilitating condition that Western medicine finds notoriously difficult to treat. Blending ancient and modern holistic medical traditions from both Ea
When he stumbles by chance into a backstreet teashop to shelter from the unrelenting Taipei rain, the author begins a journey that will lead him to the wisdom of the Adept Shun Yuan of the Heavenly Dr
Violence against women is a pervasive problem in society and responding appropriately to those who experience it and those who perpetrate it is a constant challenge for social work, health and related
Emotional difficulties in children aged 5 11 can display themselves in a range of different behaviors, and it is important for staff in schools to be able to identify and address these problems, and t
Mandalas are important therapeutic tools promoting focusing, wholeness and healing. This book introduces nearly two hundred different techniques for designing mandalas and adapts mandala creation for
Written during the Tang dynasty, this unusual tantric guide documents a sexual tantra that is thought to have been practiced by kings for several dynasties, before losing favor to a more ascetic appro
What is Applied Behavior Analysis? What will happen when an ABA therapist comes into my home? Most importantly, how can ABA help my child? This quick guide answers all of the common questions that par
Teenage girls can be mean. Often stemming from poor self-awareness, self-esteem and lack of relationship skills, complex friendship dynamics can be difficult to unravel and bullying can be hard to res
Early-stage Qigong practitioners often find it difficult to establish a daily Qigong practice. This useful handbook teaches simple Qigong exercises that can be easily practiced in the home every day.
This professional textbook covers every aspect of Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), from science to services, from the most disabling Kanner's syndrome to the most high-functioning Asperger syndrome,
Using clay in therapy taps into the most fundamental of human experiences - touch. This book is a comprehensive step-by-step training manual that covers all aspects of 'Work at the Clay Field', a sens
For many young people, smoking is everywhere people on television and in films smoke, their parents might smoke, and many of their friends will probably smoke. If everyone else is doing it, why should
Being a teen or tween isn't easy for anyone but it can be especially tough for Asperkids. Jennifer Cook O'Toole knows; she was one! This book is a top secret guide to all of the hidden social rules in
Self-harm and suicidal behaviors are increasingly common in young people, but are often hidden. A Short Introduction to Helping Children and Young People Who Self-Harm aims to show parents, carers and
