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Book SynopsisSupporting Traumatized Children and Teenagers is an accessible, comprehensive book providing an overview of the impact of trauma on children and adolescents and how they can be supported following trauma.Trauma can result from a range of experiences from bullying to witnessing violence to living through war. This book explores the different reactions children may experience, and the impact trauma can have. Variables affecting the impact of trauma are explored such as different developmental stages, gender, the reactions of friends and parents, the child's personality, and their caring environment. Appropriate and effective ways of helping children after a traumatic event are outlined, and different types of therapy, such as group therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy, are discussed. The book offers case examples and practical tips throughout, and includes a chapter on how someone working with a traumatized child can help and look after themselves.This book will be invaluable to a range of professionals working with traumatized children including counsellors, child and family social workers and therapists, as well as others involved with traumatized children such as foster carers and teachers.Trade ReviewThe practical emphasis and confident tone of this volume is a welcome addition to the toolkit of anyone working in this area. Atle Dyregrov has an eminent international reputation and his breadth of knowledge and experience is clear throughout. Personal accounts of those working with traumatised young people, as well as the voices of young people, are represented in the form of vignettes, which emphasize the individual nature of the trauma and therapeutic work... I would recommend this book to other professionals and, indeed, have already done so. -- Journal of Child Psychology & PsychiatryI would recommend Supporting Traumatized Children and Teenagers to trainees at all levels of training, as a comprehensive introduction to the main concepts and issues relating to PTSD in children. -- Journal of Mental HealthSupporting Traumatized Children and Teenagers by Atle Dyregrov is a comprehensive overview of the most recent literature and intervention options for young people who have experienced trauma... This book gave me a fantastic grounding in child trauma. It is an ideal book to consult as a trainee clinical psychologist. The empirical research was impressively current, with a wide breadth of topics and case examples. Reading the book brought up new issues I had not considered, such as the impact of traumatic events on the subsequent capacity to be a parent, differential diagnosis of PTSD in preschool children, how reactions to trauma may differ according to the child's gender at varying stages following the event, and the process issues to consider in setting up group interventions for children. The chapter on school involvement and intervention was also very helpful. -- Journal of Mental Health`This book is a valuable resource for anyone connected with a child, or young person, who has been affected by traumatic experiences (from bullying to witnessing violence or living through war). It addresses the needs and behaviours of traumatised young people and provides a respectful and intelligent guide to others on how they can support and care. The author has a nice style, which is drawn from a strong respect for research and extensive clinical experience; blending theoretical notions from several viewpoints in a concise and understandable manner and using case examples/practical tips throughout. The book covers a variety of topics, such as helpful ways to support children during and after traumatic events, what promotes risk and what are protective factors in young people, to different types of group and individual interventions, including presenting a number of concrete methods that can lessen the impact of trauma. This book is rich in detail and provides a clear outline for those involved with traumatised children and young people.` -- Youth in MindThis book is a highly readable account, combining a practical reference tool with a reasonably in-depth discussion of how trauma can affect the young. It presents a clear discussion of both the physical and emotional aspects of trauma, including the immediate after-effects, the long-term effects and subsequent coping mechanisms. The book also discusses the effects of trauma with respect to life stage, possible actions and reactions, gender differences and accumulative trauma... This is an informative book that can be used as an aid to both parents and teachers in dealing with and understanding trauma, and, on a more practical level, as a useful tool for therapists. It is easy to follow, with bite-sized discussions... All in all, a good addition to your bookshelf, which I feel I can comfortably recommend. -- BACP- Counselling Children and Young People`This book help with an understanding of the need to connect symptom with cause, acknowledges the impact on those who offer help, and will be a valuable introduction to anyone working with troubled children and young people. -- Children & Young People Now, John Diamond, chief executive, Mulberry Bush OrganisationThe book is well referenced and an easy guide to helping children who have experienced single traumas ... It's a book that parents as well as professionals could read. It defines what trauma is, and the impact that trauma has on children in the short, medium and long term ... At Family Futures, we have been aware that there do seem to be significant gender differences in how children process traumatic experiences: stereotypically, girls becoming dissociative, withdrawn and shut-down, with boys becoming poorly regulated emotionally, and prone to aggression and more violent re-enactments. This area warrants more systematic analysis and is an issue that we would like to pursue, and we would welcome Associates' comments on gender differences in response to developmental trauma. -- E-newsletter of Family Futures' Associates Network, Alan Burnell, Manager, Family FuturesBased on unparalleled clinical experience, this book describes and explains how children of all ages can be affected by traumatic experiences. It is illustrated by many examples from actual cases and so the children's voices are heard loud and clear. Factors affecting normal psychological growth and adjustment are considered as are those in the child, the family and the broader environment that promote resilience and mitigate against the worst effects of traumatic events. Current best practices in intervention, both at home and in school, are described in clear, non-dogmatic ways, and this should help all those working with or caring for children to access better help. This is a must-read for everyone involved in promoting the welfare of children. -- William Yule, Emeritus Professor of Applied Child Psychology, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, UKThis book is essential reading for anyone who has contact with children and young people who have experienced a traumatic event. Firmly grounded within a strong evidence base the author draws upon his extensive experience to provide many practical ideas about how children can be helped to talk about and cope with their trauma. This is an excellent book that will be an invaluable resource for anyone who is supporting a child through a traumatic event. -- Professor Paul Stallard, University of Bath, UKWhat makes the book so useful is the author's wide definition of a traumatic event. He recognises that children who have suffered from experiences of sexual, physical or domestic abuse are survivors of trauma. Besides demystifying some of the therapeutic techniques used, several case studies illustrate what helps children most. Also there are some very useful child-focused scripts provided for self-help exercises. Workers can share these with children and carers to relieve stress and strengthen children's sense of self-control over disturbing flashbacks and recurring sensory images of the trauma. -- Community Care, Ann Burnage, deputy chief executive officer at the Cabrini Children's SocietyTable of ContentsPreface. 1. What is trauma? 2. Children's reactions during and after traumatic events. 3. Some important aspects of trauma. 4. Girls and boys - alike or different? 5. The significance of friends following a trauma. 6. What promotes risk and what protects? 7. Help for Children after Traumas. 8. Groups for children following trauma. 9. Post-traumatic therapy 10. Traumas and the school. 11. Being a helper. Conclusion. Appendix 1 Post-Traumatic Problems Help for Preschool and Early School-Age Children (4-7 years) Appendix 2 Post-Traumatic Problems Help for School-Age Children. Index.

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Book SynopsisAs the emotional components of physical illnesses become more recognised, there is a renewed interest in the potential of art therapy to help patients come to terms with injury, pain and terminal and life-long conditions.A wide range of experienced art therapists describe their work and its benefits to a variety of groups including those with cancer, debilitating conditions such as myalgic encephalopathy (M.E.) and ulcerative colitis. Physical conditions in combination with other factors such as homelessness or learning disabilities, and children with life-long and chronic conditions are also covered. The book includes discussion of spiritual and philosophical issues when mortality is faced, life change and adjustment issues, practical considerations and which models of practice art therapists find most helpful with various groups.This will be essential reading for arts therapists and students, as well as for professionals with an interest in psychological issues and wellbeing for patients with physical illness or long term conditions, such as psychotherapists and counsellors, complementary therapists, doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.Trade ReviewA very broad ranging discussion of the subject and, as promised in the preface, going far beyond the known areas that art therapy is usually associated with. -- Hilary Curwen, Retired Art PsychotherapistIn The Illness Narratives the thoughtful American medic Arthur Kleinman wrote: 'Acting like a sponge illness soaks up personal and social significance from the world of the sick person' (1988:31). It is often in response to such experiences that the work of art therapy can be understood. This book is valuable in the way it gives voice to people with physical conditions who make art and meet with art therapists. Many different approaches to art therapy are described and offered as a way of contributing to the recovery of a person's energy and sense of significance. -- Chris Wood, author of Navigating Art Therapy, team leader of Art Therapy Courses Northern Programme UK and Honorary Research Fellow with the University of SheffieldThis book is not only extremely timely; it is also very well written, edited, and full of vivid illustrations. I am truly delighted to be able to recommend it to art therapists on both sides of the pond. Interest in this area is growing rapidly, as our recognition of the intimate relationship between psyche and soma is at last leading to the provision of creative avenues of expression for those living through bodily traumas over which they have little control, but with which they must cope. -- Judith A. Rubin, PhD, licensed psychologist, psychoanalyst, art therapist, author, faculty member of Psychiatry Department of the University of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic CenterThis book opens the door on the inspiring lives of people with physical conditions in the success driven 'able-bodied' world.It charts powerful and profound stories of people's pain and resilience and of how art therapy again and again facilitates a process of recovery and reconciliation for those who may be facing the challenge of increasing vulnerability, loss of independence or death.An important and enlightening book. -- Cathy Ward, Art Therapist and EMDR practitioner with children and familiesThis book contains powerful stories from a diverse collection of people who have benefited from art therapy with experienced art therapists. Intended as a companion to Art Therapy with Neurological Conditions, it is well written, detailed, well researched and has many vivid illustrations. -- Rosemary Strange, independent nurse consultant, Nursing StandardTable of ContentsForeword by Trevor Thompson. Preface. Introduction. Marian Liebmann, Central Recovery Team, Bristol and Penny Brohn Cancer Care and Sally Weston, Neurological Rehabilitation Unit, Northern General Hospital, Sheffield. ADULTS. Part I. Setting the Scene. 1. Does Your Body Mind? Does Your Mind Matter? Art Psychotherapy and the Complexity of Interactions Between Mind and Body. Malcolm Learmonth, Devon Partnership NHS Trust and Insider Art with Karen Huckvale, Long Fox Unit, Weston Super Mare and University of Exeter, 'Isabel' and 'Rachel'. Part II. Cancer. 2. Short-term Art Therapy Groups for People with Cancer. Jo Beedell, The Rainbow Centre, City of Bath College and Penny Brohn Cancer Care and Marian Liebmann, Central Recovery Team, Bristol and Penny Brohn Cancer Care. 3. Absences in Images: What Those Affected by Life-limiting Illness Leave Out of Their Pictures. Jaini Hadley, Freelance. 4. Art Therapy, Cancer and the Recalibration of Identity. Michele Wood, University of Roehampton. Part III. Debilitating Conditions. 5. Completing the Picture: Art Therapy with a Client with Myalgic Encephalopathy (M.E.). Simon Richardson, Private Practice and Community Arts. 6. Anthroposophic Art Therapy with a Patient Suffering from Ulcerative Colitis. Don Ratcliffe, European Academy of Anthroposophic Art Therapy Trainings and Private Practice. Part IV. Physical Conditions and Other Conditions. 7. Art Therapy, Health and Homelessness. Julie Jackson, Trauma and Homelessness Team, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. 8. Life, Loss and Labels: Art Therapy with Clients with Learning Disabilities and Terminal Physical Illness. Nicki Power, Lancashire Care Foundation Trust with Alison Hawtin, Cambridgeshire Adult Learning Disability Partnership. 9. Trapped Bodies, Open Minds: A Multicultural Art Therapy Group for Mental Health Service Users with Physical Health Problems. Cherry Lawrence, North East London Foundation Trust and Kayleigh Orr, Keech Hospice Care, Luton and West London Mental Health NHS Trust. CHILDREN. 10. War Zones: Art Therapy with a 12 Year Old Boy with Crohn's Disease. Michael Fischer, Art Therapist in Northumberland Tyne and Wear Community Children and Young People's Service. 11. 'Will Some of Me Fall Out?' A Diabetic Boy's Creation of a Psychological Skin through Art Therapy. Jo Clifton, Learning Disability Directorate, Aneurin Bevan Univ Health Board, Gwent, South Wales, and Community Mental Health Team, Weston-super-Mare. 12. Intimations of Mortality: Art Therapy with Children and Young People with Chronic or Life-limiting Illnesses. Jo Bissonnet, Freelance Supervisor and Unthank Family Centre Social Enterprise, Norfolk. 13. The Power of the Image in Memory-making with Life-limited Children. Carole Simpson, East Anglian Children's Hospice Services, Cambridgeshire. PERSONAL REFLECTIONS. 14. Psyche and Soma: Reflections of a Whole Person. Sarah Lewis, Retired NHS. Glossary. Author Biographies. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis is an invaluable resource for counsellors and therapists looking to reinvigorate their practice and enhance their understanding of clients' needs. Each chapter focuses on different discoveries in neuroscience, explains them in plain English and provides guidance on how to put this knowledge to practical use in the therapy room. It covers specific psychological and neurological diagnoses including bipolar affective disorder, eating disorders and ADHD, as well as other more general issues such as attachment and addiction. The book also contains recommendations backed by evidence from neuroscience for optimum mental health involving nutrition, sleep and exercise, and a comprehensive glossary of technical terms.Presenting the practical applications of neuroscience, this book will be of immeasurable use to counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists, and also of interest to social workers and mental health practitioners.Trade ReviewFor a rich and pluralistic perspective on how neuroscience informs counselling practice, this is an exceptional book. Firstly, it draws on a range of psychotherapeutic theories including cognitive behavioural, narrative and creative approaches; secondly, it takes a uniquely holistic view. In Maori and Pacific traditions about human well-being, neuroscience is only one recent lens to provide more information about different “parts of the elephant”. Finally, this book offers some practical applications of neuroscientific findings from first-hand experience of therapy, and a very useful glossary to explain scientific terms. -- Jeannie Wright, University of Warwick, Director of Counselling and Psychotherapy ProgrammesThis superb resource presents new discoveries in the field of neuroscience that will help counsellors make a difference in their work with clients. Accessible, practical and timely, this beautifully written book is underpinned by the author's belief that change is possible. Her palpable humanity lies at its heart. -- Nan Blanchard, Counsellor, Wellington, New ZealandIn this work, Rachal Zara Wilson has made the complexity of neuroscience research accessible to practicing counsellors, seamlessly weaving in the evidence base at the same time. She then manages to distil practical strategies for counselling practice that are at once readable, logical and understandable. Neuroscience for Counsellors is essential reading for experienced counsellors and students alike. -- Brent Gardiner, Postgraduate programme leader, Counselling & Guidance, Massey University, New ZealandThe book explains the neurological processes in a number of conditions, ranging from post-traumatic stress disorder to psychosis, and how the counsellor can use this knowledge when working with a client with that diagnosis. The focus throughout is on encouraging the client to practice different ways of thinking, acting and responding so they establish new neural pathways... This is an accessible work on a complex subject that is constantly producing new findings. Even as she finished the book, Wilson was aware of the wealth of new material coming through. I hope she brings out an updated version... this excellent book is essential reading for trainees, experienced counsellors and trainers... The book will also appeal to 'curious non-professionals' - clients or people with a general interest in psychology and psychotherapy...I found the sections on history and theory enlightening, and it was helpful for me to see where my own developing practice is situated within the context of the relationship between body psychotherapy and contemporary psychoanalysis. -- Diane Parker is a coach, dance movement psychotherapist and editor of Coaching Today * Therapy Today *This is a practical book aimed at those working with people in a therapeutic or helping capacity, namely counsellors, therapists and mental health practitioners... each chapter within the sections (...) divided further into "What do we know?" and "What does this mean for counselling?"... It offers not only a way of creating new perspectives in case conceptualization and hypothesizing, by also an alternative view when considering the neuroscientific base for cognitive behavioural, narrative and solution-focused therapy, with all of which it concurs strongly. -- Alison Smyth/Counsellor and clinical supervisor * BACP Children & Young People *This is a highly informative and practical book and will be an essential resource for dramatherapists (as well as other mental health practitioners)... The book includes up-to-date information on the current state of brain research and how it makes an impact on how we understand therapy and counselling... . I recommend this book as essential reading for training courses in all the arts therapies but in particular for dramatherapy where our interactive techniques can make such an impact of the brain. -- Sue Jennings PhD, author * Promt 92) 2014 *Table of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Plasticity and How the Brain Works. 3. Learning and Remembering. 4. Other Workings of the Brain. 5. Specific Dysfunctions. 6. What Can We Recommend? 7. Conclusion. 8. Afterword. Diagrams. Glossary. References.

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Book SynopsisLiving 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 organization and time management in relation to ADD/ADHD, suggesting practical ways of organizing your child's day and turning chaos into calm.Accommodating short attention spans and short fuses, Cheryl Carter shows how, by using the F.I.R.S.T method (Fun, Individualism, Rules, Simplicity and Time management), even the most hyperactive and easily distracted of children can be taught to make their bed, pack their school bag, and generally get organized! The author recognizes that children hate anything that is boring, and finds fun ways around even the most mundane of tasks. Her no-nonsense, step-by-step strategies, in combination with positive affirmations and realistic demands, will get ADD/ADHD children organized, and from A to B without a hitch.This book is a must-have for any flagging parent struggling to structure their child's life (and indeed their own!). It will also be of interest to family members, teachers, and anybody close to a child with ADD/ADHD.Trade ReviewThis book is a common sense guide to helping children with ADD/ADHD... The chapters or 'time and transitions' and 'ADD/ADHD questions' are particularly pertinent and many parents will find these useful. For the professional working in the field it is felt to be a good summary of many of the strategies usually discussed with parents and schools. -- NAPLIC MattersFor parents tired of their ADD/ADHD children's forgetfulness, lost homework, messy bedrooms, and tantrums over chores, there's help in this easy-to-read yet long-lasting guide... Parents will not only appreciate Carter's informative strategies, all told in a conversational tone, but the myriad resources that wrap up this must-have guide. A Helpful Tips section, broken down by such catagories as chores, home life, and leisure time, will benefit any child, not only those with ADD and ADHD. Other resources comprise a list of equipment (e.g., an electronic dictionary and analog visual timer) beneficial to special needs children, a list of realistic chores for different age spans, multiple checklists (e.g., morning routine and night before school), and chart and planner templates. Together, these resources give parents the tools they need to help their ADD/ADHD children become more productive and independent. -- ForeWord ReviewsTable of ContentsIntroduction: No More Lost Homework. 1. Make it Fun but Keep it Firm. 2. Individualize with Interests. 3. Establish Rules With a Routine. 4. Keep it Simple and Specific. 5. Address Time and Transitions. 6. Plan for School Success. 7. Your Child's Bedroom. 8. Moving to Self Management. 9. Managing Your Home. 10. ADD/ADHD Questions. 11. Helpful Tips. Useful Resources. Suggested Chores for Different Ages. Example Checklists. Chart and Planner Templates. About the Author. Index.

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Book SynopsisBio-Guided Music Therapy explores the clinical integration of music and biofeedback, providing the practitioner with a rationale, historical context and detailed step-by-step instructions for implementing real-time physiological data driven music therapy.This practical guide introduces the fundamental principles of biofeedback and explores the use of music therapy interventions in the context of achieving skills in self-regulation of physiological response. The book looks at the primary modalities of biofeedback, in conjunction with the assignment of digitally sampled musical voices to specific body functions. Additional music therapy interventions discussed include guided imagery to music, toning, mantra meditation, drumming and improvisation. We see how physiological data taken in the moment and combined with music therapy techniques, may be successfully applied to the treatment of stress, anxiety, high blood pressure, chronic pain, dementia, migraine, ADHD and addictions.Instructive and accessible, this book will prove an essential resource for students and practitioners of music therapy, biofeedback practitioners, social workers, psychologists and healing arts professionals.Trade ReviewI warmly recommend this book not only to professionals but also to the people interested to discover the ultimate frontiers of research in music and medicine. -- Dr. Alexander J. Graur, Ph.D., MT-BC, President, Medicamus Italiana Torino, ItalyIn this century of science and music, Music Therapists are moving toward in-depth understanding of music's impact on physiologic function. Dr. Miller's brilliant and carefully researched book is most timely! Through astute and clear descriptions of state-of-the-art research and clinical work with sample cases, Dr. Miller informs on how biofeedback techniques, combined with targeted music therapy interventions, can result in physiological, psychological and cognitive rehabilitation. The information provides insight into how neurologic feedback training incorporating music therapy approaches can attain positive adaptations in a variety of diagnosed individuals. This book is an important contribution to the field. -- Dr. Dorita S. Berger, Ph.D., MT-BC, LCAT, clinician and author of Music Therapy, Sensory Integration and the Autistic Child and The Music EffectDr. Eric B. Miller is a pioneer in the documented core of music's role in wellness. Bio-Guided Music Therapy provides students, practitioners and musicians important insight into the energetic power of sound, harmony and music making. -- Don Campbell, author of Healing at the Speed of Sound and The Mozart EffectDr. Eric Miller has done an outstanding job of synthesizing the fields of biofeedback, physiology and other bio medical techniques as they relate to music therapy and provides an excellent model for integrating these into clinical practice for such issues as ADHD, addictions and pain. -- Concetta M. Tomaino, D.A., MT-BC, LCAT, Executive Director/Co-Founder, Institute for Music and Neurologic Function and Senior Vice President, Music Therapy Services, Beth Abraham Family of Health Services, New York, USA.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword by Joseph P. Scartelli. Foreword by C. Norman Shealy. About this Book. Introduction. Part 1: Historical and Theoretical Background. Personal Experiences at the Juncture of Music and Physiology. 1. Historical Background. 2. Shifting Healthcare Paradigms. Holistic/Reductionist Split. Music Therapy from the Holistic Perspective. 3. The Process of Gaining Legitimacy. What Constitutes Legitimacy? Individual Persistence. Grassroots Organization. Convincing Medical Research. Grandstanding with Music Therapy. Music Therapy and EEG from the Biomedical Perspective. 4. A Case for Integrating Music Therapy and Biofeedback. What is Music Therapy? Music as System Input and Output. Yin Yang and Homeostasis. Learning Theory and Neurofeedback: Stepping beyond Behaviorism. 5. Development of EEG-Guided Music Therapy for ADHD. Neurofeedback. When Neurofeedback Does Not Work. Comparing Stimulants with Neurofeedback. Music and Brainwaves. Theories of ADHD Related to Brain Function. Part 2: Physiological Measures, Assessment and Digital Music Parameters. Personal Experiences at the Juncture of Music and Physiology. 6. Biofeedback Measures with Music. EMG – Muscle Monitoring. Electrodermography (EDG). TEMP - Thermal Biofeedback. HR – Heart Rate. HRV – Heart Rate Variability. BVP – Blood Volume Pulse. EEG – Brainwaves. HEG – Hemoencephalography. Artifact. Displays and Controls. 7. Adding Physiological Measures to Music-Therapy Assessments. Introduction. Elements of Assessment. Improvisational Music-Therapy Assessment. Improvisation Assessment Profiles. Psychoanalytic Music-Therapy Assessment. Receptive Music-Therapy Assessment. Family Music-Therapy Assessment. Educational Music-Therapy Assessment. Additional Types of Music-Therapy Assessment Functions. Future Visions of Music-Therapy Assessment. Neuro-Imaging. Conclusion. Part 3: Practicing Bio-Guided Music Therapy. Personal Experiences at the Juncture of Music and Physiology. 8. Role of the Music Therapist in Bio-Guided Music Therapy. Maintaining the Integrity of the Musical Environment. Contraindications. 9. Bio-Guided Music Therapy for Stress. The Bio-Guided Imagery Process. Meditation. Toning. 10. Bio-Guided Music Therapy for ADHD. EEG Subtypes of ADHD. EEG for ADHD. HEG for ADHD and Autism. Summary. 11. Bio-Guided Music Therapy for the Aging. EEG for Aging Issues. HRV for Aging Issues. 12. A Multi-Modal Approach to Addictions Utilizing Music Therapy and Biofeedback. Addictive Personality Traits and Yin/Yang Theory. Depression and Addiction. Physiological Approach Based in AA Philosophy. Relapse Triggers. 13. Bio-Guided Music Therapy for Pain. Back Pain. Headache. Functional Abdominal Pain. Part 4: A Glimpse of the Future. Personal Experiences at the Juncture of Music and Physiology. Future Directions. Appendix A: Neurofeedback with Music for ADHD Pilot Research. Appendix B: Contributors. About the Author. Glossary. References.

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Book SynopsisHomework time can be an ordeal for children with AD/HD. After a long day at school, the child often struggles to concentrate and becomes restless, and the parent is left feeling helpless. With the right strategies, homework can be made a more tolerable and even enjoyable experience for both parent and child.This is a book filled with inspiring methods to motivate children with AD/HD at homework time. Common techniques such as enforcing restrictions and rigid timing techniques can stifle the joy of learning. This book focuses on empowering and enabling the child, acknowledges the characteristics of AD/HD and engages the positive side of these traits. Encouraging movement and creativity, the chapters are brimming with great ideas such as scavenger hunts, singing spelling games and jumping math quizzes that hold the child's attention and make learning fun.By adopting these simple strategies into the daily routine of a child with AD/HD, parents and teachers can take the tears and tantrums out of homework time and pave the way for academic success.Trade ReviewThe book is all about "encouraging, enabling, enriching, engaging, and empowering" your child. It is broken up into nine chapters containing short descriptions of over 100 games or exercises that facilitate an aspect of homework - perfect for dipping into. -- Special ChildrenWhile the book aims to help parents of children with ADHD, it is something that any parent would benefit from. I wish I had come across it years ago. -- Special ChildrenVeteran educator Green offers some sound ideas for creatively approaching that dreaded nightly task called homework--a task made exponentially more difficult with an ADHD child. Designed for children in grades K-8, each activity is designed to engage, enable, enrich, and encourage the ADHD child by leveraging the traits associated with the disorder. From answering multiplication problems by jumping the correct number of times to learning spelling words by using a variety of writing tools (e.g., finger in air, glitter pens, computer keyboard), Green addresses everything from preparing the external environment to tools for dealing with ADHD-specific challenges and provides tips for individual subject areas such as writing, spelling, and math. VERDICT Her overriding philosophy is that parents cannot bestow enough positives. Green's creative and empowering tools will become go-to strategies for many families and teachers. Enthusiastically recommended. -- Library JournalChange homework helplessness to homework excitement when you follow suggestions in "AD/HD Homework Challenges Transformed!" by Harriet Hope Green. This book is totally engaging and has some very original ideas to help lower the stress of homework completion. It's extremely practical.... In her concluding chapter Harriet says that the book "does not offer any cures ." It may not offer cures; "AD/HD Homework Challenges Transformed!" Does offer hope for every parent who has struggled through hours of homework at the finish of a very long day. -- Bella OnlineHarriet Hope Green has given us the best of her expertise in working with children and her creative talents for helping those who struggle with challenges. Through delightfully fresh activities and ideas, Ms. Green provides the reader with a step-by-step instructional 'how to' that will be appreciated by educators and parents alike! -- Wilma Fellman, M.Ed., Licensed Professional Counselor and author of The Other Me: Poetic Thoughts on ADD for Adults, Kids and Parents, MichiganHarriet Hope Green has tutored my daughter for several years, and has introduced many of the creative ideas in the book. I marvel at how much the activities in this book can alter the mood of an often dreaded homework session. The creative activities help students forget they are doing homework. My daughter looks forward to 'Miss Harriet's' tutoring visits because they are fun and effective. -- Kim Roehl, parent of a child with multiple learning challenges, MichiganI think giant steps helped me learn my basic multiplication facts. The mystery box was so much fun. All the activities helped me be successful. -- G., student aged 12, diagnosed with AD/HD and dyslexia, MichiganHomework is often a source of stress for students with AD/HD, their parents and teachers. This book provides lots of tips, strategies and activities that encourage fun and creativity in finding new solutions; such as doing homework under the table! A useful new toolkit for facing the brick wall of homework. -- Joanne Steer, chartered clinical psychologist and co-author of Helping Kids and Teens with ADHD in School, UKTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. 1. Enablers. 2. Study Skills. 3. Bring on the Homework. 4. Reading Dilemma. 5. Monster Math. 6. Spelling. 7. Writing. 8. Addressing Symptoms. 9. Emotions. Conclusion. Index.

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Book SynopsisCreativity stimulates older adults both mentally and emotionally and has numerous cognitive and social benefits. Providing culturally-sensitive strategies for improving memory through creativity, this timely book outlines innovative techniques and gives essential insight into effective clinical work in a world with an increasing number of diverse older adults and incidences of Alzheimer's disease. Amanda Alders Pike clearly explains how to structure sessions and use artistic creativity to improve memory, mood and socialization. She covers everything from how to introduce art materials and techniques, to how to enhance cross-cultural interaction. Graphs, charts, and tables illustrate how artistic creativity can parallel cognitive training to provide optimal benefits to a wide audience of older adults, and accompanying online material is provided for use in sessions and workshops.Trade ReviewThis is the book I've been waiting for. With one fell swoop Dr Amanda Pike has answered all the questions I've been asking for over 20 years while developing art programs for older people and observing the remarkable improvement in quality of life as they become absorbed in creative expression. Dr Pike argues her case lucidly and logically. She explores the scientific evidence in depth without overwhelming the reader. An essential handbook for all art facilitators. -- Nancy Tingey, Founder and Coordinator of Painting with Parkinson's, Churchill Fellowship project, 1996 - Art as a Therapy for Parkinson'sArt therapy has often been labelled inaccurately in the health profession as a past-time, “arts and crafts” modality. Amanda Alders Pike's well written and promising book sets the record straight. Improving Memory through Creativity demonstrates how art and science come together, and how creativity is an essential component to neural development. An inspiring book that validates the importance of art, memory and quality of life. -- Angel C. Duncan, M.A. MFT, ATR, Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida, and Ambassador for the American Art Therapy AssociationThis book deals with complex neurological concepts around ageing, cognitive impairment and creativity in a very readable way. The theoretical knowledge Amanda presents from her own research and experience, as well as an overview of current thinking is fascinating. Throughout she shows how information might be practically applied, and makes suggestions of how to use this in therapeutic art sessions with older adults. Rather than a recipe book Amanda's ideas are a springboard, I'm really excited to see where they will take me! -- Sarah Crockett, day care officer, activities provider, and author of Activities for Older People in Care Homes: A Handbook for Successful Activity PlanningThe use of graphs, photographs, charts, art work of participating older people make this book accessible, user friendly and a joy to read. -- Angelika Welzel-Connolly * Journal of Mental Health *Table of Contents1. Late-Life Creative Self-Expression and Memory. 1.1. How-to-Apply Information Presented within this Text. 1.2. Normal and Abnormal Aging. 1.3. Alzheimer's disease. 1.4. Risk Factors of Memory Loss. 1.5. Mental Stimulation. 1.6. Stress. 1.7. Emotional Stress and Social Isolation. 1.8. Self-Expression in Late-Life. 1.9. Encouraging Mental Stimulation through Expressive Art-Making. 1.10. Incorporating Creativity into Older Adult Identity through Art-Making. 1.11. Creative Behavior. 1.12. Creative Thought. 1.13. Creative Self-Expression. 1.14. Summary. 2. Happiness, Social Creativity, and the Brain. 2.1. Happiness and Creative Self-Expression. 2.2. Elevating Mood during Creative Sessions. 2.3. Bodily/Sensory Pleasures. 2.4. Higher Order Pleasures. 2.5. Gratifications. 2.6. Happiness, Creativity and the Brain. 2.7. Neurotransmitters and Creativity. 2.8. Making Art that Expresses and Enhances Mood. 2.9. Visual Elements, Cognition and Mood. 2.10. Combining Visual Elements for Enhanced Mood. 2.11. Social Equality vs. Stratifications during Creativity and Happiness. 2.12. Summary. 3. Culture, Communication and Art. 3.1. Promoting Socialization during Memory Training. 3.2. Culture. 3.3. Providing Cultural Neutrality. 3.4. Communication. 3.5. Art in Communication. 3.6. Visual Literacy. 3.7. Social Sharing of Meaning through Art. 3.8. Social Roles. 3.9. Increased Socialization through Art. 3.10. Summary. 4. Cognitive Training through Creative Self-Expression. 4.1. Addressing Cognitive Abilities. 4.2 Emotion-Focused Interventions. 4.3. Targeting Cognitive Performance through Creativity. 4.4. Nature of Cognitive Impairment. 4.5. Type of Memory Impacted. 4.6. Short-term Working Memory vs Long-term Memory. 4.7. Cognitive Training. 4.8. Restorative Strategies. 4.9. Compensatory Strategies. 4.10. Expressivity-based Memory Techniques. 4.11. Neurobiology of Creativity and Expressivity. 4.12. Theory: Going Beyond “Recipes”. 4.13. Understanding Cerebral Activity in Art-Making. 4.14. Examples of artwork and corresponding ETC. 4.15. Educational vs Therapeutic Frameworks. 4.16. Summary. 5. Understanding Art to Understand the Mind. 5.1. Elements of Successful Sessions. 5.2. Additional Planning for Effective Sessions. 5.3. Rhythmic Structure and Versatility in Directives. 5.3. Outline of Ten-Weeks of Sessions. 5.4. A Single Directive for All Ten-Weeks. 5.5 Concluding the Ten Weeks. 5.6. Summary. 6. Going beyond the Book: Community Collaborations. 6.1. Scope-of-Practice. 6.2. Cultural Trends in Seeking Care. 6.3. Caregivers. 6.4. Inter-Generational Projects. 6.5. Services/Systems of Care across Settings. 6.6. Getting Started. 6.7. Identifying Symptoms Cross-Culturally. 6.8. Organizations. 6.9. Ways to Continue Learning. 6.10. Summary. 6.11. Learning Evaluation Quiz. References.

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Book SynopsisWritten by the mother of Stefan, a boy diagnosed with ADHD, Marching to a Different Tune is a day-by-day, moment-by-moment account of how his unusual and difficult behaviour affects and disrupts their family life inside and outside the home. Jacky Fletcher describes in intimate detail the struggles, embarrassments and triumphs her family experiences throughout a four year period of Stefan's childhood. The diary ends with an expression of the family's love for Stefan - as he approaches adolescence, they will learn new ways to cope with the challenges of his behaviour, applying the knowledge they have gained through experience.Marching to a Different Tune gives an essential new perspective to the understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - it describes this complex set of behaviours from the inside. It complements and deepens the clinical presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, at a time when this diagnosis is being applied to more and more children. The last chapter of the book gives a clinical description of ADHD; the appendix contains useful addresses for more information and support networks, and a list of recommended reading. This book will inform the practice of teachers and psychologists who work with ADHD children, and guide and support these children's parents and families.Trade ReviewThe author's description are beautiful and her style is elegant and compassionate. She conveys an honest view of her son that evokes emotions in the reader…Overall, a very thought provoking, stimulating (ADHD term) account of a mother's acceptance of and compassion for her son'. -- Book ReviewsJacky Fletcher's diary of her son who has ADHD provides an emotive insight into the relentless onslaught of challenging behaviour that can frequently render any carer feeling impotent. The vignettes provide clear examples of the traits of someone with ADHD. -- British Journal of Occupational TherapyThe diary could usefully be read by professionals as it gives an insight into the full, awesome experience of living with ADHD, and by parents who desperately need to know that they are not alone in their struggles to cope with their endearing but exasperating child. -- Therapy WeeklyThe title of this book accurately describes its intent and its product. It is a series of entries over a period of four years as the main actor, Stefan, moves from childhood to early adolescence. The book details the activities of Stefan as well as the frustrations of his parents and siblings with dealing with his amazing repertoire of adventures…For families seeking conformation that they are not alone in dealing with a child with ADHD, this book is useful. -- Disability Studies QuarterlyDescriptions of his daily activities are extremely illuminating and witty, giving the reader an insight into the constant challenges of living with a child with ADHD -- NAPOT JournalWhilst not a serious text book on ADHD, it is a very easy and entertaining read. Nevertheless I feel that this is a very important book which makes a valuable contribution to the subject. Text books can increase one's knowledge and learning about a subject. This book does the same but does so by telling how the experience is lived, not through facts or figures. Like most people I particularly enjoy a book that makes me feel something. This book did just that. I found myself fluctuate between sadness, anger and tears of laughter, classic elements of a good book. It offers a glimpse of what it is like to live day-to-day with a child with ADHD…Raising a child with ADHD is obviously difficult at times and whilst bearing in mind that Stefan's story may not be typical of every child with ADHD, there is no sense of despair in this book. I was left with a feeling of hope. Amid the difficulties there is love and affection. At the centre is a boy, a son, a unique personality who happens to have ADHD. -- Rostrum, The Voice of Social Work in ScotlandStefan, diagnosed with a severe form of ADHD, creates havoc on an almost daily basis. His mother, Jacky Fletcher, has written a diary about their family life. There is no doubt that turmoil follows wherever he treads but, in a funny, moving and inspirational account, the reader gains a unique insight into the frustrations of living with ADHD. Although admiration and compassion must go to Stefan's exhausted and endlessly patient family, Stefan's personality shines through. He is charming, difficult, unpredictable, intelligent and very much loved. -- JuniorTable of ContentsPreface. Chapter One: 1995. Chapter Two: 1996. Chapter Three: 1997. Chapter Four: 1998. Chapter Five: ADHD. Appendix: Recommended Reading and Useful Addresses.

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Book SynopsisReminiscence Cue Cards Life events in the 50s/60s Places, items and moments collected from the 50s and 60s to remind and engage. This set of cards looks back to the 50s and 60s - every day moments, possessions and activities that were familiar during that time. The cards are particularly useful when used in conjunction with life history work sessions to facilitate and develop discussion. The cards will help users to recall people, events, experiences and stories from the past - the realistic images bringing memories to life and to share with others. The cards are loosely grouped into: Moments; Places; Possessions; Activities. Examples of cards include: Record player; Reel to reel tape recorder; Playing pat-a-cake; Saturday morning cinema; Hopscotch drawn on the pavement; 50s train carriage; and Black silver dial telephone. Particularly suitable to use in day care centres, memory clinics, care homes and other groups and will provide opportunities for socialising, preserving memory and creating a personal life history. Age: All ages. Contents: 36 A5 cards; accompanying booklet detailing ways to use the cards, boxed.Intended for use in educational settings and/or therapy contexts under the supervision of an adult. This is not a toy.Table of Contents36 A5 cards +booklet Boxed ISBN 978-1-9093-0116-0 Order Code D11-001-5951 GBP39.99 +VAT

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Book SynopsisAxonal Conduction Time and Human Cerebral Laterality-A Psychobiological Theory; takes a detailed look at the hypothesis that the psychological difference between the left and right hemispheres of the brain has a definite neurological basis. There is a multitude of literature concerning the difference between the two hemispheres of the brain but none which suggest a biological explanation. This book plugs that gap by making a connection between the psychological and the biological. Robert Miller has surveyed a wealth of material in researching his hypothesis, making it an essential review of the literature in this area which will be indispensable to workers in the fields of neuroscience, psychology, neurolinguistics, neuroanatomy, and neurocytology. This book takes a new and up-to-date look at the prominent theory that the left hemisphere is specialised for representing patterns extended in time whereas the right hemisphere represents simultaneous or 'spatial' patterns. What makes it unique in the field is that it looks at this theory from a neurobiological basis. It suggests that the difference resides in the range of conduction times in the axons connecting different regions of the cortex in each hemisphere. This hypothesis is discussed with respect to theoretical models of brain dynamics, and both gross and microscopic structure of the hemispheres. It deals with the psychological implications of the hypothesis for higher functions of the human cerebrum and outlines testable implications wherever Possible.Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. The Physical Nature of Linguistic Signals 3. The Representation of Temporal Structure in the Dynamics of Neural Networks 4. Biological Predictions from the Conduction Delay Hypothesis of Cerebral Lateralization 5. Perceptual Aspects of Laterilization: Theory and Predictions 6. Empirical Evidence on the Difference Between Left and Right Hemispheres in Perceptual Processes 7. Lateralization in the Contents of Memory 8. Motor Aspects of Lateralization: Theory and Predictions 9. Motor Aspects of Lateralization: Evidence for Evaluation of the Hypotheses of Chapter 8 10. Laterality Effects for Higher Cognitive Processes: Short Term Memory, Attention and Alertness, and Emotion 11. Correlations Between Different Aspects of Lateralization, and with Gender 12. Summary, Synopsis of Predictions, and Concluding Remarks

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Book SynopsisThe aim of this work is to provide a comprehensive treatment-oriented introduction to the practice of child-clinical neuropsychology, focusing exclusively on the assessment of children and adolescents. The book has been designed specifically for those who wish to pursue education and training in this area of professional endeavor.The volume gives consideration to the following issues: treatment-oriented model of neuropsychological assessment (specification of brain-behavior relationships, dimensions of neuropsychological assessment, psychometric considerations, validity issues, modes of approach to neuropsychological interpretation, influence of demands of the environment, prediction of behavioral outcomes, development of realistic remedial plans and availability of resources for effective implementation of remedial plan, and continuing relationship between neuropsychological assessment and intervention); principles and hypotheses concerning the remediation of brain impairments in childhood and early adolescence; Variables related to the known or hypothesized brain lesion; determination of the child's remedial needs and remediable capacities, approaches to treatment (general treatment strategies, formats for intervention, treatment styles and techniques), and implementation of the remedial plan; learning disabilities (empirically derived LD subtypes, neuropsychological profiles, psychosocial typologies, and implications for treatment) and case studies (nonverbal learning disabilities and basic phonological processing disorder); and neurological disease, disorder, and dysfunction (approach to characterization of neurological disorders) and case studies (stroke, Asperger syndrome, traumatic brain injury, brain tumor, and Tourette syndrome).This book will be of critical interest to child-clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists who specialize in the assessment and/or treatment of adults with brain impairment and have some interest in childhood disorders, pediatric neurologists, child psychiatrists, and a host of other professionals whose practice brings them in contact with children whose behavior may be affected by brain dysfunction. Indeed, for all of these professionals and those in training to become such, this book will serve as a comprehensive introduction to a systematic approach to neuropsychological assessment and intervention for children and adolescents with suspected or established brain impairment.Trade Review'One of the strengths of this text is in its practical approach. There is much for the clinician, with the contents covering professional issues, advances in clinical assessment, neuropsychological interpretations, as well as a review of evidence-based interventions. The greatest contribution, however, comes from the numerous detailed case studies presented throughout the text and the authors' thoughtful, but scientific attempts to provide readers with a model for collating and integrating clinical information to achieve appropriate diagnosis and intervention.' - V. Anderson, Royal Children's Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia in the journal Pediatric RehabilitationTable of ContentsChild Clinical Neuropsychological Assessment. Remediation for the Child with Brain Impairment. Illustrative Case Study. Learning Disabilities. Neurological Disease, Disorder & Dysfunction. Appendixes: The Child-Clinical Neuropsychologist. Neuropsychological Test Battery. Additional Test and Measures. Treatment Program for the Child and Young Adolescent with NLD.

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Book SynopsisWhen confronted with a neurological or psychiatric disorder in an elderly individual, a clinician or researcher is likely to ask how the processes of ageing have influenced the aetiology and presentation of the disorder, and will impact on its efficient management. There are many urban myths about ageing, and some of these apply to the brain. The reviews included in this book are an attempt to flush out some of these myths, and arm the clinician and general researcher with the empirical facts that can be mustered to substantiate claims about ageing. There are many salient questions: is cognitive change to be expected in an elderly individual? Is this change progressive, relentless and unselective, or is it focal and constrained? Would every person who lived long enough develop Alzheimer’s disease? Do our neurones die as we get old? What happens to the size of the brain and its metabolic activity? How do our hormones change with age? Can anti-oxidants slow or even stop the process of ageing? Are genes important in the ageing brain or is it all in the environment? How much of what we are is due to what we eat? The contributors to this book, each an expert in their field, have addressed some of these questions in a language simple enough for a general reader to understand.The book also deals with some of the most prominent brain disorders of old age - Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, vascular dementia, and depression. The focus is on the impact of ageing on these disorders. The discussions lay out a broad map for the clinician dealing with neuropsychiatric disorders, and the future researcher of brain ageing. In a field in which the developments are too numerous for any one individual to keep pace with, this book presents up-to-date summaries that can be a useful starting point. The field of brain ageing abounds in tabloid science. This book counters this by providing a strong empirical grounding and considered synthesis of the research.Table of ContentsSection 1. Introduction. P.S. Sachdev, The Ageing Brain. G.A. Broe, Population Ageing, Human Lifespan and Neurodegenerative Disorders: A Fifth Epidemiologic Transition. Section 2. Characteristics of the Ageing Brain. J.J. Kril, Structural Changes in the Ageing Human Brain. J.C.L. Looi, P.S. Sachdev, Structural Neuroimaging of the Ageing Brain. S.R. Lord, R. St George, Neurophysiological, Sensory and Motor Changes with Ageing. H. Christensen, R. Kumar, Cognitive Changes and the Ageing Brain. J.N. Trollor, P.S. Sachdev, Ageing of the Human Brain as Studied by Functional Neuroimaging. G.A. Smythe, Neuroendocrine Aspects of Brain Ageing. V.K. Srikanth, G.A. Donman, Cerebrovascular System and the Ageing Brain. Section 3. Factors Influencing Brain Ageing. J.B.J. Kwok, P.R. Schofield, The Molecular Basis of Alzheimer’s Disease and Frontotemporal Dementia. J. de Haan, R.C. Iannello, P.J. Crack, P. Hertzog, I. Kola, Oxidative and Free Radical Mechanisms in Brain Ageing. J. Bryan, The Role of Nutritional Factors in Cognitive Ageing. P.W. Schofield, The Brain Reserve Hypothesis. Section 4. Clinical Interface. C. Brayne, Will We All Dement if We Live Long Enough? G.W. Small, Detecting Alzheimer’s Disease at the Pre-Symptomatic Stage. J.G.L. Morris, M.A. Hely, G.M. Halliday, Parkinsonism and Ageing. J. Snowdon, Age Variation in the Prevalence of Depression: Are Study Findings Meaningful? P.S. Sachdev, Vascular Dementia. P.S. Sachdev, Conclusion.

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Book SynopsisBiological Clocks introduces the subject of human chronobiology. It describes biological clocks; why we have clocks; how biological clocks relate to sleep disorders, depression, and jet lag; and how the reader can measure his/her own rhythms.Table of ContentsBIOLOGICAL RHYTHMS: Fooling Around With Time. More Seriously. Methods of Rhythm Measurement. Entrainment. Freeruns. More Related to Freeruns. Resetting. Can Clock Be Stopped? Temperature and Chemicals. Seasons and Photoperiodism. Circarhythms. Biological Clockworks. Human Rhythms. The End of the Whole Mess. APPNEDICES: Glossary. Societies. Journals. Software. Bibliogrphy. MEASURE YOUR OWN CIRCADIAN RHYTHM.

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Book SynopsisMost brain related activity has focussed on specialized interests within individual disciplines. Recent multidisciplinary activity has provided the impetus to break down these boundaries and encourage a freer exchange of information across disciplines. This text reflects these developments. It spans the landscape of brain science to provide core information from 12 disciplines (including evolution, philosophy, anatomy, chemistry, computer science, brain dynamics, psychology, neurology, psychiatry, psychotherapy and brain imaging).In outlining how and why it is now possible to realistically model aspects of the brain's dynamics from such a wide range of intellectual endeavors, this book will prove itself useful to undergraduates, postgraduates and all those seeking a contemporary perspective and evaluation of the current status and future directions in the brain sciences.Table of Contents1. Integrative Neuroscience: The Big Picture 2. Overview of Chapters 3. Evolution of the Human Brain 4. The Mind-Brain Problem 5. A Cellular Perspective of Neural Networks 6. The Brain's Chemistry 7. The Brain's Anatomy 8. Sensory-Motor Models of the Brain 9. Computer Models of the Brain 10. Brain Dynamics: Modeling the Whole Brain in Action 11. Brain Dynamics: Brain Chaos and Intentionality 12. Models of the Brain in Neurology 13. Models of the Brain in Psychology 14. Models of the Brain in Psychiatry 15. Brain-Mind in Psychotherapy 16. Human Brain Imaging Technologies

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Book SynopsisFinally, a book that describes the neurological differences between the male and female brain and how this is implemented in advertising! The book describes how men and women think, the origin of their emotions, and why they make certain decisions. Find out why women like shopping so much, why humorous ads appeal to men, or why women make better decisions. 80% of all purchases worldwide are made or influenced by women. Why is advertising so often aimed at men? Find the answer to the life-long question about differences in purchasing motivation between men and women, and learn to implement this in advertising. Learn the do’s and don’ts for effective communication for both men and women. Although this book is written from a scientific perspective, thanks to the numerous interesting examples and tips, it is easy to implement and useful for advertising campaigns. In short, a must-have for all marketers, strategists, creatives, students, or anyone working with brands. Marketers and strategists will benefit from an enlarged body of knowledge, while creatives will learn how to develop more effective ad campaigns.

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Book SynopsisThis text sets forth Hayek's theory of mind in which he describes the mental mechanism which classifies perceptions that cannot be accounted for by physical laws.

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Book SynopsisThis work develops methods for unravelling the mysteries of emotions and aims to answer fundamental questions at the heart of emotional life. By using videotapes, interviews and ethnographic description, the author studies emotions as physical and embodied rather than as remembered and recounted.

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Book SynopsisAnn Swidler's work is an attempt to discover how people find and sustain real love in the midst of that talk, and how the culture of love shapes their expectations and behaviour.

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Book SynopsisE. Fuller Torrey draws on cutting-edge neuroscience research to propose a startling answer to the ultimate question. Evolving Brains, Emerging Gods locates the origin of gods within the human brain, arguing that religious belief is a by-product of evolution.Trade ReviewA unique scholarly approach to the subject that is sure to be influential and highly regarded. -- Robert Sapolsky, John A. and Cynthia Fry Gunn Professor of Biology, Neurology, and Neurosurgery, Stanford University An excellent text that throws new light on where religious ideas come from. -- Patrick McNamara, Boston University School of MedicineTable of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroduction: The Brain, Home of the GodsPart 1. The Making of the Gods1. Homo habilis: A Smarter Self2. Homo erectus: An Aware Self3. Archaic Homo sapiens (Neandertals): An Empathic Self4. Early Homo sapiens: An Introspective Self5. Modern Homo sapiens: A Temporal SelfPart 2. The Emergence of the Gods6. Ancestors and Agriculture: A Spiritual Self7. Governments and Gods: A Theistic Self8. Other Theories of the Origins Of GodsAppendix A: The Evolution of the BrainAppendix B: Dreams as Proof of the Existence of a Spirit World and Land of the DeadNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking investigation into what neuroscience can and cannot tell us about the creation and appreciation of visual art, literature, and music.Trade Review"The power of Massey's own imagination, and his vivid writing, make this book a delight." Oliver SacksTable of Contents List of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgments Part 1: The Imagination, Neural Chapter 1. Background, Purposes, and Limitations of the Inquiry Chapter 2. Neuroscience and the Visual Arts Chapter 3. At the Limits of Language Chapter 4. Music and Language in Dream Part 2: The Imagination, Plain Chapter 5. The Three Fields Part 3: Conclusions Chapter 6. Ideas and Values Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisA bold revision of the history of European art, told through the lens of neuroscienceTrade ReviewWon the 2017 Choice Award for Outstanding Academic Title

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Book SynopsisPart I: Neuropsychology General Issues: The Neuropsychological Referral.- Medical Records.- Basic Neuroanatomy.- Basic components of a Neuropsychological Evaluation.- Part II: Neuropsychological Domains: Arousal: The drowsy, lethargic, or stuporous patient.- Attention/Concentration Problems: The distractible patient.- Inattention/Neglect Syndromes.- Language Problems.- Learning and Memory: The Forgetful Patient.- Visuospatial/Visuoconstructional Problems.- Apraxias.- Agnosias.- Executive Functions (problem solving, abstraction, sequencing, inhibition, self-monitoring, planning, and initiation).- Emotional/Mood.- Episodic Neurological Dysfunction.- Part III: Specific Neurological Diseases: Aphasia.- Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke.- Dementia.- Seizures/Epilepsy.- Somatization Disorders, blackout spells, fits/convulsions.- Parkinson's Disease and other movement disorders.- Multiple Sclerosis and Other Demyelinating Disorders.- Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion.- Infections.- Neoplasms/Neoplastic Syndromes .- Psychiatric depression and anxiety.- Part IV: Special Considerations: Medicolegal exposure.- Reporting Test performance/scores.- Limitations.- Answering Referral Questions.- Placement issues.Trade ReviewFrom the book reviews:“This text has allowed me to get a really good comprehensive source reference when preparing for assessments and during the write up. It was also a very good refresher for main neuropsychological concepts. … This is another great quick reference guide to have on my bookshelf at work … . I would highly recommend this text for any graduate student studying neuropsychology or any medical student studying neuro.” (CouragePsyc, couragepsyc.blogspot.com.au, July, 2014)Table of ContentsPart I: Neuropsychology – General Issues: The Neuropsychological Referral.- Medical Records.- Basic Neuroanatomy.- Basic components of a Neuropsychological Evaluation.- Part II: Neuropsychological Domains: Arousal: The drowsy, lethargic, or stuporous patient.- Attention/Concentration Problems: The distractible patient.- Inattention/Neglect Syndromes.- Language Problems.- Learning and Memory: The Forgetful Patient.- Visuospatial/Visuoconstructional Problems.- Apraxias.- Agnosias.- Executive Functions (problem solving, abstraction, sequencing, inhibition, self-monitoring, planning, and initiation).- Emotional/Mood.- Episodic Neurological Dysfunction.- Part III: Specific Neurological Diseases: Aphasia.- Cerebrovascular Disease and Stroke.- Dementia.- Seizures/Epilepsy.- Somatization Disorders, blackout spells, fits/convulsions.- Parkinson’s Disease and other movement disorders.- Multiple Sclerosis and Other Demyelinating Disorders.- Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion.- Infections.- Neoplasms/Neoplastic Syndromes .- Psychiatric – depression and anxiety.- Part IV: Special Considerations: Medicolegal exposure.- Reporting Test performance/scores.- Limitations.- Answering Referral Questions.- Placement issues.

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Book SynopsisNathanson and his colleagues explore contemporary affect studies, focusing on the work of Silvan Tomkins, and examine their impact on the theory and practice of psychotherapy.

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Book SynopsisThis volume (one of two) is the first presentation of Schore's comprehensive theory in book form, as it has developed since 1994.Trade Review"This monumental work, divided into two separate volumes, offers a synthesis of affect and its dysregulation." -- Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics"A fascinating integration between the clinical and the neuroscientific and advances the necessary, promising and vital dialogue between the two." -- Daniel N. Stern, M.D., Professor of Psychology at the University of Geneva, Switzerland"A welcome carpet for a new generation of neuropsychoanalytic research that supports and advances humane and sensitive psychotherapeutic practice." -- Jaak Panksepp, Ph.D., Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus, Bowling Green State University"A wonderful window for psychotherapists to look at neuroscience, go back to the consulting room more enlightened, confident and competent." -- Peter Fonagy, Ph.D., F.B.A., Freud Memorial Professor of Psychoanalysis at University College London"Schore offers a contemporary perspective on the solution of puzzles regarding mind and body, emotional health and dysfunction." -- Joseph Lichtenberg, M.D., Editor-in-Chief, Psychoanalytic Inquiry

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Book SynopsisThis volume (one of two) is the first presentation of Schore's comprehensive theory in book form, as it has developed since 1994.Trade Review"This monumental work, divided into two separate volumes, offers a synthesis of affect and its dysregulation." -- Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics"A fascinating integration between the clinical and the neuroscientific and advances the necessary, promising and vital dialogue between the two." -- Daniel N. Stern, M.D., Professor of Psychology at the University of Geneva, Switzerland"A welcome carpet for a new generation of neuropsychoanalytic research that supports and advances humane and sensitive psychotherapeutic practice." -- Jaak Panksepp, Ph.D., Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus, Bowling Green State University"A wonderful window for psychotherapists to look at neuroscience, go back to the consulting room more enlightened, confident and competent." -- Peter Fonagy, Ph.D., F.B.A., Freud Memorial Professor of Psychoanalysis at University College London"Schore offers a contemporary perspective on the solution of puzzles regarding mind and body, emotional health and dysfunction." -- Joseph Lichtenberg, M.D., Editor-in-Chief, Psychoanalytic Inquiry

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Book SynopsisBringing interpersonal neurobiology and narrative therapy together.

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Book SynopsisAn exploration of the ways the immune system, epigenetics, affect regulation and attachment intersect in mental health.Trade Review"I did not find this book an easy read but it is a rich and rewarding one. It has both impacted on my understanding of myself and on how I work with others. I cannot recommend it highly enough." -- Transformations Journal

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Book SynopsisA fresh look at the importance of dissociation in understanding trauma.

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Book SynopsisIn this book, I make use of an idea from economics to suggest how noble human tendencies might not only have survived the ruthless pressures of the material world, but actually have been nurtured by them.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing updates and revisions, the second edition of Clinical Neuropsychology provides trainee and practicing clinicians with practical, real-world advice on neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation.Trade Review “In this regard, the book has done very well. It provides a basic for applied practice with up to date references for more in-depth reading.” (The Journal of Clinical Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy, 1 August 2013) Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Preface xv Preface to the First Edition xix Part 1 General Introduction 1 General Introduction: What Is the Relevance of Neuropsychology for Clinical Psychology Practice? 3 Laura H. Goldstein and Jane E. McNeil Part 2 Neuroscience Background 2 Neuroanatomy and Neuropathology 23 NigelJ.Cairns 3 Neurological Investigations 61 John D. C. Mellers and Naomi A. Sibtain Part 3 Neuropsychological Assessment: General Issues 4 Psychological and Psychiatric Aspects of Brain Disorder: Nature, Assessment and Implications for Clinical Neuropsychology 87 Richard G. Brown 5 The Effects of Prescribed and Recreational Drug Use on Cognitive Functioning 105 Jane Powell 6 Quantitative Aspects of Neuropsychological Assessment 129 John R. Crawford Part 4 Adult Neuropsychology 7 Disorders of Memory 159 Jonathan J. Evans 8 Disorders of Language and Communication 185 Pat McKenna and Karen Bonham 9 Executive Dysfunction 209 Paul W. Burgess and Nick Alderman 10 Acquired Disorders of Voluntary Movement 239 LauraH.Goldstein 11 Visuo-Spatial and Attentional Disorders 261 Tom Manly, Jessica Fish and Jason B. Mattingley 12 Disorders of Number Processing and Calculation 293 Jane E. McNeil Part 5 Neuropsychology: Specialist Areas of Work 13 Clinical Neuropsychological Assessment of Children 317 Jody Warner-Rogers 14 Neuropsychological Assessment of Older Adults 347 Robin G. Morris and Rebecca L. Brookes 15 Neuropsychology of Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration: Frontotemporal Dementia, Semantic Dementia and Progressive Non-Fluent Aphasia 375 Julie Snowden 16 Very Severe and Profound Brain Injury 397 J. Graham Beaumont 17 Neuropsychology and the Law 415 Graham E. Powell 18 Mental Capacity 445 Camilla Herbert Part 6 Rehabilitation 19 Theoretical Approaches to Cognitive Rehabilitation 463 Fergus Gracey and Barbara A. Wilson 20 Planning, Delivering and Evaluating Services 483 Camilla Herbert 21 Research Design and Outcome Evaluation 505 Andrew Worthington 22 Interventions for Psychological Problems After Brain Injury 527 Andy Tyerman and Nigel S. King 23 Neurorehabilitation Strategies for People with Neurodegenerative Conditions 549 Jennifer Rusted and Esme Moniz-Cook 24 Driving in Neurological Patients 567 Nadina B. Lincoln and Kate A. Radford Index 589

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Book SynopsisQuickly acquire the knowledge and skills you need to confidently administer, score, and interpret the MMPI-A(TM) The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-Adolescent (MMPI-A(TM)) is the most widely used objective personality assessment instrument with adolescents.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Overview Chapter 2. How to Administer the MMPI-A Chapter 3. How to Score the MMPI-A Chapter 4. How to Interpret the MMPI-A Chapter 5. Strengths and Weaknesses of the MMPI-A Chapter 6. Clinical Applications of the MMPI-A Chapter 7. Illustrative Case Reports

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Book Synopsis''It is late at night and you are sitting quietly. The neighbours are all away. Suddenly, there is a huge thump on the door, a scream and then a deathly silence...'' As emotion and emotional experience are a daily occurrence, they have always been key topics of study for psychologists. Now in its fifth edition, The Psychology of Emotion is a classic student text on the subject. This textbook offers a comprehensive guide to all the main theories and concepts of emotion, and relates these back to everyday life, using examples that everyone can identify with. Written in an engaging, accessible style, this fully revised edition features: * Comprehensive overview and discussion of main theories of emotion * Real life examples to illustrate key concepts * Discussion topics * Chapter summaries * Suggestions for further reading The multi-disciplinary approach taken will appeal to those investigating emotion in the fields of philosophy and the social scTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Early Theory. Phenomenological Theory. Behavioural Theory. Physiological Theory. Cognitive Theory. Ambitious Theory. Specific Emotions Theory. Developmental Theory. Social Theory. Clinical Theory. The Individual and the Environment. Emotion and Culture. Theory Outside Psychology. Emotion Themes. References. Author Index. Subject Index.

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Book Synopsis''It is late at night and you are sitting quietly. The neighbours are all away. Suddenly, there is a huge thump on the door, a scream and then a deathly silence...'' As emotion and emotional experience are a daily occurrence, they have always been key topics of study for psychologists. Now in its fifth edition, The Psychology of Emotion is a classic student text on the subject. This textbook offers a comprehensive guide to all the main theories and concepts of emotion, and relates these back to everyday life, using examples that everyone can identify with. Written in an engaging, accessible style, this fully revised edition features: * Comprehensive overview and discussion of main theories of emotion * Real life examples to illustrate key concepts * Discussion topics * Chapter summaries * Suggestions for further reading The multi-disciplinary approach taken will appeal to those investigating emotion in the fields of philosophy and the social scTable of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Early Theory. Phenomenological Theory. Behavioural Theory. Physiological Theory. Cognitive Theory. Ambitious Theory. Specific Emotions Theory. Developmental Theory. Social Theory. Clinical Theory. The Individual and the Environment. Emotion and Culture. Theory Outside Psychology. Emotion Themes. References. Author Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisThis major handbook provides an authoritative review of the current knowledge regarding the fundamental biological and developmental processes related to self, social interaction, and shyness, covering the main approaches to intervention and treatment.Table of ContentsAbout the Editors. List of Contributors. Preface. The Social Nature of Social Anxiety (W. Ray Crozier and Lynn E. Alden) SECTION ONE: ORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT. Origins and Development Origins and Development (W. Ray Crozier and Lynn E. Alden) Biological and Environmental Contributions to Childhood Shyness: A Diathesis-Stress Model (Louis A. Schmidt et al) Behavioural Inhibition: Physiological Correlates (Peter J. Marshall and Joan Stevenson-HInde) Positively Shy! Development Continuities in the Expression of Shyness, Coyness and Embarrassment (Vasudevi Reddy) Origins of the Self-conscious Child (Michael Lewis) Children's Conceptions of Shyness (Nicola Yuill and Robin Banerjee) Behavioral Inhibition, Social Withdrawal, and Parenting (Kim B Burgess et al) Shyness in the Classroom and Home (Mary Ann Evans) SECTION TWO: SOCIAL AND PERSONALITY FACTORS. Social and Personality Factors Social and Personality Factors (W. Ray Crozier and Lynn E. Alden) Shyness and Social Interaction (Monroe A Bruch) Shyness and the Self: Attentional, Motivational, and Cognitive Self-processes in Social Anxiety and Inhibition (Mark R Leary) Relational Schemas: The Activation of Interpersonal Knowledge Structures in Social Anxiety (Mark W. Baldwin and Patricia Fergusson) Evolution and Process in Social Anxiety (Paul Gilbert and Peter Trower) Shyness and Embarrassment Comapred: Siblings in the Service of Social Evaluation (Rowland S MIller) Blushing (Robert J Edelmann) SECTION THREE: CLINICAL PERSPECTIVES AND INTERVENTIONS. Social Anxiety as a Clinical Condition (W. Ray Crozier and Lynn E. Alden) Social Anxiety, Social Phobia, and Avoidant Personality (Thomas Widiger) Social Anxiety and Depression (Rick E Ingram et al) Interpersonal Perspectives on Social Phobia (Lynn E. Alden) A Cognitive Perspective on Social Phobia (David M Clark) Shyness as a Clinical Condition: The Stanford Model (Lynne Henderson and Philip G Zimbardo) Cognitive-Behavioural Gorup Treatment for Social Phobia (Meredith E Coles et al) Psychopharmacological Treatments: An Overview (Sean D Hood and David J Nutt) Social Phobia in Children and Adolescents: Nature and Assessment (Ronald M Rapee and Lynne Sweeney) Social Phobia in Children and Adolescents: Psychological Treatments (Lynne Sweeney and Ronald M Rapee). Author Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisWith the remarkable technical advances over the years, the use of highly technical means of sport psychology has gained momentum. Biofeedback (BFB) typifies one of the most important perspective methods of training athletes for better self control and relaxation.Table of ContentsBiofeedback as Applied Psychophysiology in Sport and Exercise: Conceptual Principles for Research and Practice (Bar-Eli) Psychophysiology and Athletic Performance (Collins) Biofeedback Applications in Sport and Exercise: Research Findings (Blumenstein) Biofeedback Training in Sport (Blumenstein, Bar-Eli and Collins) Biofeedback in Exercise Psychology (Ekkekakis and Petruzzello) Biofeedback: Application and Methodological Concerns (Tenenbaum, Corbett and Kitsantas) Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Index

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Book SynopsisPresents a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding and diagnosing learning disabilities in children.Table of ContentsA GENERAL VIEW OF DISORDERS OF LEARNING. The Problem of Definition. Clinical Classification of Disorders of Learning. Subgroup Patterns of Neuropsychological Dysfunction. Prevalence of Disorders of Learning. PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT. Principles of Educational and Psychological Diagnosis. Principles of Psychiatric and Neurological Diagnosis. Principles of Educational Remediation. Drugs Affecting Learning and Memory. Principles of Psychotherapeutic Management. Prevention of Disorders of Learning. CLINICAL PATTERNS IN DISORDERS OF LEARNING. Specific Language Disability. Effects of Poverty, Cultural Differences, and InappropriateStimulation. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The Organic Group. Gilles de la Tourette's Syndrome. Autism. FUTURE DIRECTIONS FOR SERVICE AND RESEARCH. Future Directions for Service and Research. Appendices. References. Author Index. Subject Index.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface 1. Our Idea of the Physical World 2. The Basic Anatomy of the Eye 3. How Photoreceptors Sense Light 4. Seeing Things That Aren’t There 5. Not Seeing Things That Are There 6. Brightness Constancy 7. Why the Rate Of Unbleaching Is Important 8. A Little Optics 9. Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Opticians: What They Do 10. Color Vision 11. Actually Seeing and Not Seeing: Neural Mechanisms Epilogue Appendix: Refraction by Waves Selected Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisBrain Physiology and Psychology offers a curated collection of groundbreaking papers that have shaped our understanding of the brain and its relationship to psychological processes. Tailored for both students and seasoned researchers, this volume bridges the disciplines of physiology and psychology, presenting key advancements that have defined the field. Each article is presented in its original form, supplemented with insightful editorial commentary to provide context and highlight the relevance of subsequent discoveries.This volume emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of brain science, showcasing the integration of biological systems theory and innovations from fields such as communications engineering. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, pe

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