Lim (music therapy, Sam Houston State U.) outlines a music-based approach that music therapists, speech and language pathologists, special education teachers, parents, and other professionals, as well
Chair yoga is a revolutionary concept designed to make the numerous benefits of classical yoga available to a wider range of physical abilities. This step-by-step program can be practiced by virtually
Turney et al. (social work, adoption and foster care studies, and child and family studies, U. of Bristol, UK) draw together information collected in a review of about 100 studies from reports, journa
Adolescent neglect is a significant problem within child protection, but focus on child neglect and other forms of maltreatment means that it can often be overlooked.This book outlines how adolescent
Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) is an effective intervention which builds positive relationships through filming and feedback sessions. By micro-analysing actions and communications in this way, clie
Van Heugten (social and political sciences, U. of Canterbury, New Zealand) uses a strengths-based approach and focuses on personal and contextual contributors to illustrate how social work managers, s
Homedes, a professional Bach Flower Therapist, illustrates how 38 specific Bach Flower Remedies can be used by veterinarians, trainers, owners, and those in animal shelters and organizations to treat
Morgan, a UK teacher, trainer, and consultant on primary school behavior management, and Ellis, a UK teacher, present a collection of 27 positive behavior management tools that can be used by teachers
Nei Gong has been a well-kept secret within the Daoist sects of China for centuries. Based upon the original teachings of the great sage Laozi, it has only ever been taught to close students of the ma
Narrative Play Therapy is a highly effective play-based psychological intervention that enables therapists to help children communicate difficult experiences and complex emotions through co-constructe
A fully revised edition shares concise, accessible summaries of current understandings about Asperger's Syndrome while outlining practical strategies for adapting to the educational needs of students
Qigong massage has been used in China for thousands of years as a means to achieve health and wellbeing, and to treat a wide variety of ailments. This book teaches parents a simple qigong massage prog
Outlines a blueprint for an educational intervention program that addresses the myriad needs of children on the autism spectrum, examining related disorders within a developmental context while recomm
Events in people's lives can have a profound impact; anything from moving house or losing a job to the death of a loved one or a natural disaster can push an individual into a state of crisis. Crisis
Mental health services tend to view and treat mental health problems in an individual-centric way. This book argues for an alternative route to recovery that is cognizant of our social nature, needs a
Macbeth (applied drama, U. of Exeter) et al. provide 84 exercises for training youth work professionals to resolve interpersonal conflicts creatively and become more aware of their thoughts, feelings,
In recent years, the human values at the heart of the nursing profession seem to have become side-lined by an increased focus on managerialist approaches to health care provision. Nursing's values are
The field of expressive arts is closely tied to the work of therapeutic change. As well as being beneficial for the individual or small group, expressive arts therapy has the potential for a much wide
Migraine is a condition that Western medicine finds notoriously difficult to treat, and acupuncture, moxibustion and Tuina massage can all be effective methods of bringing about relief. This clear and
Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong is an advanced form of Qigong from one of China’s esoteric traditions. Never before written about in the West, this form offers great cumulative benefits from regu
How can young people break out of a vicious cycle of behaviour that harms them and others? This manual outlines a transformative programme that helps young people at risk of violence, or already caugh
Chasen, a drama therapist and founding director of Kid Esteem Inc., describes a model of drama therapy rooted in neuroscience and designed specifically to develop social, emotional, and expressive lan
To be successful in today's world, all children need to become competent in emotional, social and organisational skills. This book of easy-to-implement strategies will be an invaluable tool for teachi
Written both for families and professional caregivers, this book clearly explains what happens to communication as dementia progresses, how this may affect an individual's memory, language and senses
Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the umbrella term used to describe a family of related conditions. Within this group, there are many diagnostic terms used such as autism, pervasive developmental
Much of acupuncture practice in the West remains incomplete or less potent because it has been based upon particular interpretations often by only one individual, in translation. The broad, diverse,
This accessible guide to Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), an effective therapeutic approach which focuses on strengths and achievements, provides a practical introduction to what SFBT is and ho
As society becomes progressively dominated by an ideology of healthy living, Matt Edmonds makes a vital critique of contemporary efforts to remove `disability' from the world around us. Surveying the
Groups are a universal phenomenon, but their dynamics, make-up and customs can vary widely - a group can be anything from a family to a sports club. Having a good understanding of how groups work can
The author of this book guides the reader through developing journal writing to use as a therapeutic tool. Keeping a journal can help the writer to develop a better understanding of themselves, their
For children growing up in foster care, the role of their birth parents is an important factor in the success of their long-term placements. Understanding the experiences of parents is therefore esse
Author Lawson, a psychologist in private practice in Australia, is herself on the autism spectrum. Writing in a style accessible to all readers, she presents an alternative cognitive theory of learnin
Fighting, biting, screaming and other behaviours that challenge are often triggered by unsuitable surroundings or unrealistic demands. In this fresh and enlightening approach, Bo Hejlskov ElvTn shows
Communication problems, frustration and boredom can manifest themselves in physical outbursts, and working in a residential or domiciliary setting can involve responding to challenging behaviour towar
This guide provides information on neurological and developmental disorders that affect adolescents and adults (rather than focusing on children), including autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, dyspra
Analysing children's needs is a crucial part of assessment in child protection, yet support for practitioners carrying it out is lacking. Making Sense of Child and Family Assessment provides best prac
Biochemical imbalances caused by nutritional deficiencies are a contributory factor in many of today's most common chronic health problems. This handbook for practitioners consolidates all of the lat
Children and teenagers text, network and twitter online as second nature, but when emails or texts are used to threaten, harass, intimidate or embarrass someone, they can turn from being a source of e
"What a valuable resource to help parents find their way through the bewildering vocabulary of psychiatric labels. Books like Alphabet Kids are essential if we are to bridge the gap between profession
Interdisciplinary contributors in nursing, mental health, religious studies, and management, from Cardiff University and other UK organizations, chart 40 years of change in health care professions and
