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This book explains the theory and practice of portrait therapy, an original art therapy intervention. It reveals how the intervention can be used to address a 'disrupted' self-identity, which is common in people with life-threatening or chronic illness and is characterised by statements like 'I'm not the person I used to be'.

Full of fun, practical games and activities accompanied by charming cartoons for children aged 7 to 13 with dyslexia, this book makes learning easy and entertaining. Written by a dyslexic tutor for dyslexic students, the tips are embedded in first-hand experience and will inspire and motivate any reader to aim high.

A practical guide to delivering Forest School methods to people with autism - both children and adults - with advice on how to adapt activities to make them more inclusive. Includes tips on how to set up a Forest School, safety issues and how to gather resources.

An easy-to-read and practical guide for early years professionals on how to discuss gender diversity and sexuality with very young children, looking at ways to include new practice while extending successful current practice.

This is a direct work book on how to start conversations on difficult subjects with children and young people. Covering challenging topics such as suicide, domestic violence, drug or alcohol misuse, as well as giving evidence in court, this book also includes examples and activity ideas to help support and guide the child.

This book gives teachers tips to make PSHE more engaging and relevant, and includes advice on teaching a range of contemporary topics such as social media, and sex and sexuality. With case studies and strategies on planning and pitching sessions, the tried-and-tested advice makes this the 'go-to' resource for teaching PSHE.

This book introduces the MuSense program, which gives music therapists guidance on how to effectively provide music therapy to individuals with profound and multiple disabilities (PMD). Providing numerous case studies and practical information on how to structure sessions, it is a must read for music therapists

Parents require effective training in order to support children with intellectual or developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. In this book, leading authorities outline the research and evidence which underpins major parenting training programs, and provide guidance on how to effectively implement and adapt them in practice

A collection of over 100 structured activities for use with groups of older people that are designed to improve overall physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each activity comes with specific instructions for delivery along with helpful handouts and additional resources.

Making schemas understandable to those working with or looking after young children, this book describes schematic behaviours with case studies and provides ideas of how to use this information to extend children's learning and development.

Combining theory and practice guidance for professionals, this is the authoritative guide to assessing foster carers, kinship carers and adoptive parents.

A practical guide to reading and writing poetry with older people living with dementia to improve mental health and wellbeing. Tips and techniques are included for facilitating poetry projects with groups or individuals for professional care workers or personal family members.

With large numbers of children starting school unprepared, this book gives vital guidance on understanding, assessing and ensuring school readiness. It includes a wide range of practical ideas to assist early years professionals in planning learning experiences that will help to prepare children for the transition to school.

Ever wondered what to expect from parenting teens who have experienced early life trauma? Award-winning writer Sally Donovan's unofficial guide, written with honesty, wit and love, contains all the wisdom and insight she has gained during her years of therapeutic parenting.

Rich in case studies and self-care techniques, this book applies Chinese medicine diagnostic methods (facial, pulse, channel palpation, and tongue diagnosis) and treatment modalities (acupuncture, Chinese herbal formulas, qigong, nutrition, and more) to resolve past traumas and prevent impacts from future trauma.

This unique translation of the foundational text in Korean medicine, the Dongeui Susei Bowon, is enhanced through extensive footnotes and explanations to allow the student of Sasang Medicine entry and insight into Lee Je-ma's theory, practice and philosophy. It also includes over one hundred herbal formulae for each Sasang constitution.

Music is a great tool for brain, sensory and skills development for children with autism, but how can you best encourage them to take part in music-based activities? This practical guide tells you everything you need to know about helping children with autism to pursue their love of music, from enjoying listening to concerts to performing in them.

Rich in case studies, practical activities and downloadable resources, this is a beginner's guide to how values are formed and developed in varying professional contexts across health and social care services. It invites the reader to reflect on their own values, and on how these define the quality of the care they deliver.

Thinking critically about Christianity today means taking the sceptics seriously. Following the tradition of authors of the last century, Robert Reiss engages sympathetically with people's religious doubt, resulting in a thought provoking book about what it means, practically, to be Christian today.

Harness the power of LEGO (R) bricks to promote essential skills in children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. This practical guide is full of information and tips on identifying areas of language need, how to implement and run interventions successfully, and how to measure progress.

Life with dyslexia can be challenging, but it can also fuel your creativity and drive. Filled with first-person stories contributed by well-known people, from Eddie Izzard to Darcey Bussell CBE, this inspiring book proves that dyslexia doesn't have to be a barrier to success.

Love working with kids, but not a natural business head? This guide, including savvy insights into the early years industry, key financial do's and don'ts, clear checklists and example activities, provides everything you need to feel more confident in making your childcare business thrive and grow.

Short and accessible, it explains what attachment means and how to recognise attachment disorder in children. It offers practical advice and strategies which parents and professionals can use with children affected by an attachment disorder. This second edition includes the revised DSM-5 criteria.

Considering common topics of disagreement between atheists and religious believers, Hedges exposes the truth about issues such as gender, violence and science. Rejecting the popular perception of atheism and religion as polar opposites, he advocates for better understanding, and better disagreement, between the two.

This ground-breaking book contemplates how some religious individuals and communities conceptualise severe sadness and emotional distress, which might otherwise be described as pathological, as an essential ingredient for spiritual development. It explores the implications this may have for clergy and psychiatrists seeking to understand sadness.

An authoritative guide to carrying out solution focused work with all forms of violence - whether with a perpetrator or victim, adult or child. It shows how effective solution focused approaches are in transforming violent behaviours and will be a useful tool for professionals across the human services.

Go Your Crohn Way offers a frank account of life with Crohn's disease. Told with humour and honesty, Kathleen's friendly understanding will help banish the feelings of isolation so often caused by chronic illness, and encourage you to be truly candid with the people who do need to know that you are not at all 'fine'.

Hearing voices - a symptom of schizophrenia, a religious experience, or something else entirely? Claire Bien's riveting memoir provides a fascinating personal perspective on this often-misunderstood condition. Claire's tumultuous journey will help you to understand why auditory hallucinations are not necessarily an indicator of mental illness.

This concise book explains the theory behind drumming for therapy and gives practical guidance on facilitating drum circles. With a particular emphasis on incorporating art therapy, it provides step-by-step directions for making and painting drums from scratch with detailed photographs for clarity.

Positive emotional health in a child's earliest years can be a critical factor in their future development. Offering practical suggestions for games, activities and exercises designed to promote emotional wellbeing in young children, this essential guide showcases a wide range of approaches such as mindfulness and meditation, Forest School and Reggio Emilia to provide a hands-on reference for teachers and parents.Drawing on over 25 years' experience as an early years professional, the author explores topics including playfulness, stillness, sensory play, creativity and staff wellbeing. Each topic references current best practices and international examples, and also includes a comprehensive list of further resources and activities. Providing an informative introduction to both theory and practice, this book demonstrates easy-to-implement ideas for any professional or parent engaging with young children.