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Friendship and Other Weapons: Group Activities to Help Young Girls Aged 5-11 to Cope with Bullying
by Signe WhitsonBullying in girls aged 5-11 is a widespread yet under-recognized problem, and commonly relates to issues of friendship and peer pressure. This complete, ready-to-use curriculum of group sessions uses discussion, activities and role-play games to help girls learn to stand up to bullying and to develop constructive and fulfilling friendships.
Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care: Take My Hand
by Barbara Goldschmidt Niamh van van MeinesThe radiant energy in human touch can have a powerful therapeutic effect for those who are elderly, ill or dying. Explaining the benefits, practicalities and research behind touch therapy, this book teaches a simple hand massage sequence for all carers looking for an effective way to support and connect with a family member, friend or patient.
Social Enjoyment Groups for Children, Teens and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Guiding Toward Growth
by John MergesMerges' program is based on the concept that there are 10 hurdles that make it challenging for people with ASD to enjoy social interaction. This book guides the reader through planning, running, and assessing group sessions designed to help participants overcome these hurdles, and ultimately enjoy more independent and fulfilling lives.
Safeguarding Children Across Services: Messages from Research (Safeguarding Children Across Services)
by Carolyn Davies Harriet WardBased on the latest research, this book provides today's practitioners and policymakers with an accessible summary of what we currently know about child protection. It explains the forms of abuse, how common they are and their impact before going on to evaluate effective interventions to combat maltreatment.
Solution Focused Therapy for the Helping Professions
by Barry WinboltThis 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 how to use it with clients. Barry Winbolt leads the reader through the principles, techniques and steps involved in the approach.
Hearing the Person with Dementia: Person-Centred Approaches to Communication for Families and Caregivers
by Bernie McCarthyThis book clearly explains what happens to communication as dementia progresses. Advocating a person-centred approach to dementia care, the author describes methods of verbal and non-verbal communication, techniques for communicating with people who cannot speak or move easily, and strategies for communicating more effectively.
Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation
by Zhongxian WuNever before written about in the West, this advanced form of Qigong from one of China's esoteric traditions offers great cumulative benefits from regular daily practice. Master Wu describes the practice in detail, provides the mantra, visualization, and mudra for each movement as well as explaining the therapeutic benefits of the practice.
Chair Yoga: Seated Exercises for Health and Wellbeing
by Edeltraud RohnfeldThis is the complete, step-by-step and fully illustrated guide to chair yoga, which can be practiced by virtually anyone to stimulate physical and mental well-being. It is particularly beneficial for those with limited mobility, including the elderly, individuals rehabilitating after injury or illness and people with physical disabilities.
Little Volcanoes: Helping Young Children and Their Parents to Deal with Anger
by Éliane Whitehouse Warwick PudneyThis book is packed with advice and strategies for understanding and managing anger in children under five, with guidance on how to help a parent or caregiver to cope with their angry feelings too. The authors outline the different reasons children may feel, and offer strategies to combat negative feelings and minimize outbursts.
Music Therapy in Schools: Working with Children of All Ages in Mainstream and Special Education
by Ann Bruce Angela Harrison Emma Davies John Strange Chris Achenbach Clare Rosscornes Jan Hall Jane Brackley Karen Diamond Nicolette O'Neill Nicolette O ''Neill Suzie High Ërla Casey Ian McTierThe 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. It shows how, in recent years, music therapy has changed and grown as a profession, and it provides an insight into the trends that are emerging in this area.
Helping Children with Autism Spectrum Conditions through Everyday Transitions: Small Changes - Big Challenges
by John Smith Bob Smith Jane DonlanFacing any type of change can cause confusion and anxiety for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. This book looks at the changes in everyday life that can be a big deal for a child with autism and offers parents simple and effective strategies that make change less of a daily challenge.
Trueman Bradley - Aspie Detective
by Alexei Maxim RussellTrueman Bradley comes to New York City to fulfil his dream. When he is told a guy with Asperger's Syndrome could never be a successful private detective, he uses his talent for mathematics and, with the help of new friends and some amazing inventions, sets out to prove to everyone that he has the makings of a world class detective.
Safeguarding Children from Abroad: Refugee, Asylum Seeking and Trafficked Children in the UK (Best Practice in Working with Children)
by Catherine Shaw Ruth Reed Hannah Pearce Stefan Stoyanov Phil Ishola Nadine Finch Mina Fazel Heaven Crawley Savita De De SousaThis book examines the problems faced by separated children from abroad (refugee, migrant or trafficked children), what their needs are, and how their needs should be met in order to ensure their effective safeguarding. It identifies gaps in services and demonstrates how these gaps can be addressed. Case studies and best practice points feature.
How to Detect Developmental Delay and What to Do Next: Practical Interventions for Home and School
by Mary MountstephenThis guide offers practical advice on how to recognize the signs of developmental delay, address difficulties effectively, and help the child to flourish. The author presents a practical approach to dealing with developmental delay, equipping readers with the knowledge, understanding and tools to tackle problems successfully.
Seated Taiji and Qigong: Guided Therapeutic Exercises to Manage Stress and Balance Mind, Body and Spirit
by Cynthia W. QuartaThis illustrated guide covers everything caregivers will need to know about Taiji and Qigong in order to help those with limited mobility experience these relaxing forms of exercise. The specially adapted program targets all the different parts of the body to improve strength and provide contemplative relaxation.
Integrating Psychodrama and Systemic Constellation Work: New Directions for Action Methods, Mind-Body Therapies and Energy Healing
by Ronald Anderson Karen CarnabucciSystemic Constellation Work is a rapidly growing experiential healing process that is being embraced by a variety of helping professionals worldwide. This book explores the history, principles and methodology of this approach, and offers a detailed comparison with psychodrama, explaining how each method can enhance the other.
Successful Project Management in Social Work and Social Care: Managing Resources, Assessing Risks and Measuring Outcomes (Essential Skills for Social Work Managers)
by Gary Spolander Linda MartinThis is a practical guide to the essential core skills of project management in social work and social care. The authors set out the tools, steps and stages necessary for successful project management. Detailed case studies demonstrate the ideas in action, and reflective activities, practical tools and action checklists are included throughout.
A Tai Chi Imagery Workbook: Spirit, Intent, and Motion
by Martin MellishThis innovative book makes the benefits of Tai Chi directly available to Westerners by communicating its essence in poetic, evocative, and humorous images that apply to movement practices of all kinds and to daily life. The book contains hundreds of photos and drawings, and detailed explanations of the biomechanical realities that underlie them.
A Short Introduction to Promoting Resilience in Children (JKP Short Introductions)
by Colby PearceThis book provides a succinct, accessible and clear guide on how to promote resilience in children and achieve positive developmental outcomes for them. The author covers three key factors that affect resiliency: vulnerability to stress and anxiety, attachment relationships, and access to basic needs.
Autism All-Stars: How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life
by Temple Grandin Stephen Shore Donna Williams Deborah Lipsky Wendy Lawson Stan Hood Mark Mark Boerebach Roger Meyer Iain Payne Colin Webber Peter Myers Sondra Williams Malcolm Johnson Jessica Peers William Hadcroft Damian Santomauro Yenn Purkis Robert McLachlan Leith McMurray`Contributors from across the world share their experiences of creating a successful life on the autism spectrum. The positive and inspiring voices in this book explain how it is possible to draw on autistic strengths not just to make your way in the world, overcoming challenges and obstacles, but also to make your life a real success.
Yijing, Shamanic Oracle of China: A New Book of Change
by Richard BertschingerThis new translation of the Yijing offers a traditional reading that refreshes and expands on the original text making it relevant for the modern world. It provides a detailed commentary explaining the underlying structure, philosophy and history of the book, and gives practical instructions for consulting the oracle using yarrow sticks or coins.
Daoist Nei Gong: The Philosophical Art of Change (Daoist Nei Gong)
by Damo MitchellFor the first time in the English language, this book describes the philosophy and practice of Nei Gong. The author explains the philosophy which underpins this practice, and the methodology of Sung breathing, an advanced meditative practice, is described. The book also contains a set of Qigong exercises, accompanied by instructional illustrations.
Business for Aspies: 42 Best Practices for Using Asperger Syndrome Traits at Work Successfully
by Ashley StanfordAshley Stanford addresses all of the issues that can arise once a person with AS secures employment, through the eyes of both employee and employer. Describing what might be expected of any employee, she offers helpful tips and workarounds not only to enable AS individuals achieve their fullest potential, but to take advantage of their strengths.
How We Treat the Sick: Neglect and Abuse in Our Health Services
by Michael MandelstamThe author shows beyond question that neglectful care is a systemic blight, rather than mere local blemish, within our health services. He analyses the causes and factors involved, reveals the widespread denial and lack of accountability from those responsible, and spells out implications of this failure to care for the vulnerable with humanity.
Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork for Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
by Virginia S. CowenMassage techniques are widely and effectively used in treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to address sensory issues, motor problems and touch receptivity. This book is the perfect resource to find a therapy - or combination of therapies - to suit the individual needs of each child.