Presents a program for teachers and parents to use to incorporate gardening into the lives of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and discusses the numerous positive physical, cognitive, sensory,
Green, a former teacher who now works as a tutor and coach to children with ADHD at a mental health clinic, explains how parents and teachers can utilize the characteristics of children with attention
McManmon, who has Asperger's syndrome and founded an internship program that serves college-aged students with learning differences and Asperger's across the US, draws on his own experiences and his w
For people with dementia, their relatives, and carers, Gilliard, a social worker who works in dementia care in the UK, and Marshall, a social worker who works with older people and taught at the U. of
Allen (social work, U. College Dublin, Ireland) explains the use of narrative therapy by counselors, social workers, and others working with women who are experiencing domestic violence, and shows how
Tantam (psychiatry and psychotherapy, U. of Sheffield, UK) draws on research and his clinical experience to explain to clinicians the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and support of individuals with
Adults with Asperger Syndrome (AS) often have difficulties acquiring relationship skills due to the defining characteristics of the syndrome, experiences with peers during childhood and adolescence, a
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is recognized as one of the most effective ways to teach children with autism and studies have shown that the earlier the interventions take place the more likely they
The majority of music therapy work with children takes place in schools. This book documents the wealth and diversity of work that music therapists are doing in educational settings across the UK. It
A UK consultant child psychologist at the Elizabeth Newsom Centre (named after the researcher who first identified the syndrome), a teacher of children with autism spectrum disorder, and parents of ch
This comprehensive book brings together the voices of international art therapists with diverse backgrounds and experiences and asks them to consider the role of postmodernism in their understanding o
Boachie and Jasper (psychiatry, U. of Toronto, Canada) help parents and caregivers of children with eating disorders aid the children in their recovery by focusing on the treatment rather than the dis
Hanvey and one of the coauthors is affiliated with Circles UK, trained volunteers who work with high-risk sex offenders to help them reintegrate into the community. Challenging the media-driven view t
Bell, a consultant, writer, and researcher associated with the U. of York, UK, examines how social work practitioners can work with children and young people to enable them to participate in decisions
Alexander, a complementary therapist who works in the wellness industry, provides therapists and counselors with the knowledge and skills to incorporate wellness coaching techniques into their service
"Being active is fundamental to a person's sense of physical and mental wellbeing, and the need to engage in purposeful and meaningful activity does not diminish with age. However, common effects of a
This key text covers the knowledge and skills that social workers need to get into practice with children and families. The book covers core components of child and family work such as building effect
Encouraging people on the autism spectrum to foster positive emotions and character traits can dramatically improve their lives in every way, and help to strengthen their ability to cope with everyday
*Highly Commended in the Health and Social Care category at the 2012 British Medical Association Book Awards*Behaviours that challenge can significantly interfere with the quality of life of a person
Includes advice and techniques, as well as exercises and worksheets for use with both abusing and non-abusing parents. Borrowing from different areas of parenting work to meet the varying needs of bot
This classic text is intended as an introduction to basic skills for educational psychologists and others who are involved in working individually with children and young people. The theoretical persp
Positive shifts in attitudes mean that emphasis is now being placed on the person with dementia and their personal relationships, rather than the illness. There is also growing recognition of the sign
Vulnerable young people such as those with Autism Spectrum Disorders, intellectual disabilities, or social, behavioural and emotional difficulties – often lack the skills to make the right decisions w
Beardon (autism, Sheffield Hallam U., UK) and Worton, who has Asperger's syndrome (AS) and runs a website for adults with AS in the UK, bring together adults with AS who relate their experiences with
Geared towards those in people-centered professions, this handbook offers tips and strategies for communicating effectively with the public. After an introduction to communication and the skills invol
With this workbook for children and teens, Lester, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist who works with children, adolescents, and families affected by autism and has a father on the autism spe
Poetry and short stories can act as powerful springboards to growth, self-enhancement and healing. With the guidance of a facilitator, participants can engage with their own creative expression, and
101 Things to Do on the Street is packed with creative and innovative ideas for street games and activities to help young people aged 11-19 explore personal, social and emotional issues.Specifically
People with dementia need increasingly specialised and tailored support as they approach the end of life, and so too do their families and the professionals who work with them. This book describes wha
'In Creativity and Taoism, Chang Chung-yuan makes the elusive principle of Tao available to the western mind with objectivity, warmth, and depth of insight. It is an important contribution to the task
"To work with Al Huang is to learn to move with wind and water...in the course of everyday life. ...a truly superior and gifted teacher who works upon others as the sun and rain upon plants."---From t
Growing up with a parent on the autism spectrum can be difficult, and children may often feel confused and worried by the fact that their parent is so different to others. This positive book takes an
`This useful book provides guidelines for creating and playing art games with children and young people, to help them discuss and deal with emotional issues. An unusual feature of the book is an emph
The experiences and needs of residents and patients in nursing and care homes are very different at night, and this is particularly true for those with dementia. Yet nursing and care homes are not al
For youth workers, teachers, and others working with young people, Rogers, a teacher, youth worker, and author who delivers professional development training programs in the UK, offers activities to g
This practical, jargon-free book covers all the issues that practitioners are likely to encounter in the course of working with reluctant clients. The emphasis is on making theory easy to use, and th
The Social Worker's Guide to Child and Adolescent Mental Health provides a comprehensive guide to working with children and young people who are experiencing mental health problems, and equips the re
Living with ADD/ADHD can be hectic, and parenting a child with this disorder can feel like an uphill struggle when even the simplest of tasks causes havoc. This book addresses the issues of organizati
`As we move towards the future with more emphasis on individual need and preference, the challenge for managers will be to deliver quality, efficiency and value in ways that are flexible and innovativ
