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Autism, Brain, and Environment
by Richard LatheIn this controversial new book, Lathe contends that the recent rise in cases of ASDs is a result of increased exposure to environmental toxicity combined with genetic predisposition. He proposes that autism is a disorder of the limbic brain, which is damaged by toxic heavy metals present in the environment.
Gender Issues in Art Therapy: International Perspectives On Research (International Research In The Arts Therapies Ser.)
by Marian Liebmann Nancy SlaterArt therapy enables the client and therapist to explore issues that may ordinarily be difficult to articulate in words; one such issue is the complexity of gender, which can be a subject of therapy in a range of ways. These wide-ranging papers cover both theoretical and practical topics, giving clinical examples and instances of clients' artwork.
Why Do You Do That?: A Book about Tourette Syndrome for Children and Young People
by Mary Robertson Uttom ChowdhuryThe authors describe tics and Tourette's in clear, child-friendly terms and provide a simple explanation of the biological causes. Other chapters focus on associated features such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and aggression. The authors also offer tips on how to deal with issues such as bullying.
The Truth is Longer Than a Lie: Children's Experiences of Abuse and Professional Interventions
by Chris GoddardThis groundbreaking book reveals what young victims have to say about abuse and its effects on their lives. The authors examine societal factors that increase children's vulnerability, and propose measures for preventing abuse. They outline the requirements of ethically sound research, and conclude with recommendations for future research.
Communication and Mental Illness: Theoretical and Practical Approaches
by Sarah Kramer Jenny FranceThis book is for improving understanding of individuals with mental illness. It offers theoretical knowledge of the methods of communication commonly adopted by individuals with a variety of diagnoses of mental illness and how information about communication can influence service provision, ending with suggestions for future policy and practice.
Building on Bion: Contemporary Developments and Applications of Bion's Contributions to Theory and Practice (International Library of Group Analysis)
by Robert M. Lipgar and Malcolm PinesThe enduring influence of Bion's work is the central theme of this book. Chapters by distinguished international contributors from the fields of psychoanalysis, group analysis, management consultancy and social science cover work with large groups, Bion and the Tavistock conferences, and his ideas about thinking, learning, dreams and mentality.
Can I tell you about Asperger Syndrome?: A guide for friends and family (Can I tell you about...?)
by Jude WeltonMeet Adam, a young boy with AS. He helps children understand the difficulties faced by a child with AS, telling them what AS is, how it feels to have AS and how they can help by understanding their differences and appreciating their many talents. This illustrated book is an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions.
Songwriting: Methods, Techniques and Clinical Applications for Music Therapy Clinicians, Educators and Students
by Amelia Oldfield Jeanette Tamplin Jeanette Kennelly Lucanne Magill Emma DaviesThis comprehensive and groundbreaking book describes the effective use of songwriting in music therapy with a variety of client populations, from children with cancer and adolescents in secondary school to people with traumatic brain injury and mental health issues. This practical book will prove indispensable to students, therapists and educators.
Perspectives on Rehabilitation and Dementia
by Faith Gibson Linda Clare Suzanne CahillThis book offers new insights into the application of a well-established approach to people who have traditionally been thought not to benefit from them. It demonstrates that rehabilitation has positive outcomes for people with dementia's quality of life and self-esteem, especially if rehabilitation is seen as a positive philosophy of practice.
A Bolt from the Blue: Coping with Disasters and Acute Traumas
by Salli SaariIn A Bolt from the Blue, Salli Saari examines in detail the psychological effect traumatic events can have on an individual, taking the reader step-by-step through each stage of the process of understanding and recovery. This book shows how crisis care can be an integral part of health care services, covering all traumatic incidents.
Career Success of Disabled High-flyers
by Sonali ShahDrawing on case studies of 31 disabled adults, this book suggests that individual traits and patterns of behaviour are key factors in career success, and shows that it is often society rather than impairment that hinders professional progression. It will provide role models and valuable insights for young career-minded disabled people.
Nonverbal Learning Disabilities at School: Educating Students with NLD, Asperger Syndrome and Related Conditions
by Pamela TanguayTopics such as finding the right school, curriculum modifications, and social and emotional issues experienced by children with NLD are covered. The bulk of the book outlines specific teaching strategies, from how to deal with essay questions, to tips on helping the student master long division and ideas for improving reading comprehension.
Children, Youth and Adults with Asperger Syndrome: Integrating Multiple Perspectives
by Peter Szatmari Lillian Burke Isabelle Henault Leon Sloman Peter Jansen M. Mary Konstantareas Faye Mishna Rosina G. Schnurr Barbara Muskat Trina Epstein Jennifer Saltzman-Benaiah Gail Hawkins Tracie Lindblad S. Wendy Roberts Tamarah Kagan-Kushnir Georgina Rayner Paula Aquilla Ellen Yack Shirley Sutton Charmaine C. Williams Jonathan Leef Jeanette J. Holden Ann Fudge Schormans Fern Lee Quint Donna Moon Margot Nelles Chris J. DakinThis book offers a comprehensive overview of clinical, research and personal perspectives on Asperger Syndrome, including contributions from parents and experts in the fields of psychology, social work, psychiatry, genetics, sexology and vocational counselling.
Divorcing Children: Children's Experience of their Parents' Divorce
by Margaret G Robinson Dr Lesley Scan Miss Gillian Douglas Professor Ian Butler Prof Mervyn MurchDrawing on a three-year multidisciplinary study of children of divorced parents, the authors present a much-needed guide to understanding the experience of children who are experiencing parental separation. This book provides an in-depth account of how children are actively involved in the process of divorce and how they shape that experience.
Risk and Risk Taking in Health and Social Welfare
by Mike TittertonIn this practical book, Mike Titterton offers an innovative model of risk work in health and social care. He argues that a thoughtful risk-taking approach can lead to empowerment and greater independence for vulnerable individuals. He also discusses contemporary definitions of risk, and identifies the essential skills needed by professionals.
Child Neglect: Practice Issues for Health and Social Care (Best Practice in Working with Children)
by Danielle Turney Geraldine Macdonald Jan Horwath Helen Buckley Moira WalkerThis book addresses the key themes in child neglect, draws on current research and practice knowledge and sets out the implications for practice. With a joint health and social work focus, this interdisciplinary book is an essential resource for all professionals working towards integrated and collaborative childcare services.
The Child's Own Story: Life Story Work with Traumatized Children (Delivering Recovery)
by Richard Rose Terry PhilpotThe authors explain the concepts of attachment, separation, loss and identity, using these contexts to describe how to use techniques such as family trees, wallpaper work, and eco- and geno-scaling. They offer guidance on interviewing relatives and carers, and how to gain access to key documentation, including social workers' case files.
Contemporary Art Therapy with Adolescents
by Shirley RileyOffers practical and imaginative solutions to the multifaceted challenges that clinicians face when treating young people by fusing the contemporary theories of clinical treatment with the creative processes of art therapy to arrive at a synthesis which yields successful outcomes when working with adolescents.
New Perspectives on Bullying
by Ken RigbyThis book examines bullying behaviour in a wide range of settings, including kindergartens, schools, the workplace, in sports and prisons. Looking at bullying in each of these areas, it discusses alternative views and perspectives on bullying, helping policy makers and professionals to coordinate their work and so tackle the problem effectively.
Can't Eat, Won't Eat: Dietary Difficulties and Autistic Spectrum Disorders
by Brenda LeggeA decade ago the author's son first took a dislike to milk, and then to virtually every other substance she attempted to feed him. Her book was written to reassure other parents that there are lots of people out there in the same boat, and to suggest practical methods of dealing with the problem.
Depression in Later Life
by Jill Manthorpe Steve IliffeThe authors take a multidisciplinary approach and employ both medical and psycho-social models of depression. The medical model is used to identify symptoms, make diagnoses and work towards optimal treatment. Psycho-social perspectives provide insight into the scale and complexity of the condition and point to its social causes.
Studio Art Therapy: Cultivating the Artist Identity in the Art Therapist (Arts Therapies)
by Catherine Hyland MoonThis book presents a model of art therapy where the processes of art constitute the core of the model. It addresses how an arts-based approach can inform the therapist in all aspects of practice, from the conception of the work and the attempt to understand client needs to interacting with clients and communicating with others about art therapy.
Constructing Clienthood in Social Work and Human Services: Interaction, Identities and Practices
by Sue WhiteThis innovative book explores social work, therapy and counselling as a series of encounters - between clients and human services professionals, social workers, their colleagues and other professionals, and more widely between citizens and the state. It presents in-depth discussion of the roles, language and contexts of meetings between them.
Sex, Sexuality and the Autism Spectrum
by Wendy LawsonWritten by an 'insider', an openly gay autistic adult, Wendy draws upon her own experience to examine the implications of being autistic on relationships, sex and sexuality. Discussing subjects such as basic sex education and autism, she then explores interpersonal relationships, same sex attraction, bisexuality and transgender issues.
Therapeutic Communities for Children and Young People (Community, Culture and Change)
by Peter Wilson Linnet McMahonThis collection of papers written by respected experts with extensive experience builds a powerful picture of the theory and practice of therapeutic community work with young people. A wide variety of therapeutic community approaches is considered alongside an analysis of the implications of this model for mainstream residential practice.