Professionals working in a range of clinical settings are regularly called upon to work with angry clients, and they may find their skills and resources for working with this powerful emotion limited. Art Therapy and Anger demonstrates how the non-verbal medium of art therapy provides an ideal outlet for the expression of thoughts and feelings that are too complex and painful to put into words, presenting a new and practical approach to dealing with this area of need.Marian Liebman...

“Pratchett’s books are almost always better than they have to be, and Going Postal is no exception, full of nimble wordplay, devious plotting and outrageous situations, but always grounded in an astute understanding of human nature.”—San Francisco ChronicleA splendid send-up of government bureaucracy, corruption, the postal system, and everything in between in this ingenious entry in Sir Terry Pratchett’s internationally bestselling Discwo...

“Outlandish fun. . . . Making Money balances satire, knockabout farce and close observation of human—and non-human—foibles with impressive dexterity and deceptive ease. The result is another ingenious entertainment from the preeminent comic fantasist of our time.”—Washington PostThe hero of Going Postal has an even more dangerous job than the mail: overseeing the tanking Royal Bank and the printing of Ankh-Morpork’s first paper cu...

The one person who was meant to protect and love me above all else was the one person who refused to give it; who excelled at dishing out brutal punishments without fear of reprisals just for the fun of it.The sky was the limit when it came to my fathers demonic designs in ways to maltreat myself and my sister - bible, cooking utensils, vacuum cleaners and slippers were the regular tools of choice but whn he got bored Derek would resort to highly imaginative terror inducing techniq...

This practical resource is brimming with ideas and guidance for using simple ideas from speech and language pathology and occupational therapy to boost communication, sensory integration, and coordination skills in children on the autism spectrum. Suitable for use in the classroom, at home, and in community settings, it is packed with easy-to-follow, goal-oriented activities and lesson plans centering around arts and crafts, music-making, cookery, sensory activities, and skills for daily l...

This books explains to 4-8 year olds in a simple, playful way how to work with fear issues. The eleventh book in the award winning Howard B. Wigglebottom series. Tips and lessons are included. Print a poster and download for free the Courage song at www.wedolisten.org

Howard learns to be grateful for what he has and to value non-material things. At Christmas time, he learns the true spirit of the holidays and finds happiness by giving instead of getting. Tips and lessons are included. Teacher and counselor approved. The seventh book in the award winning Howard B. Wigglebottom series. Print a poster at www.wedolisten.org.

Praise for the author:'Deborah Plummer uses imagination and empowerment to move children and adults from discouragement to success.'- The Canadian Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Review'Deborah Plummer shows a fundamental respect for a child's integrity whilst making sure her language and ideas accessible to a wide range of people.'- Afasic NewsThis practical handbook helps adults to understand, manage and reflect constructively on children's anger. ...

The role of humour, laughter and play in healthcare and wellbeing is a hot topic. Smiles are Everywhere: Integrating clown-play into healthcare practice is a practical handbook aimed primarily at healthcare professionals and those working in healthcare settings who wish to bring play and humour into their work.Drawing together the authors’ considerable experience in practice, research and training in the use of humour in healthcare settings, this book works to bring theory...

Bipolar Disorder is often underdiagnosed in children. They are sometimes misdiagnosed with ADHD, depression, or oppositional defiance. As more awareness around Bipolar Disorder grows, George Lynn offers clear, practical advice on recognizing the symptoms, understanding medication and accessing the necessary support at school as well as the managing the day-to-day challenges of parenting a child with Bipolar Disorder. As it is frequently found in combination with ADHD, Tourette Syndrome and...

Anger is often a "cover" for other emotions: it can hide our fears, shame, guilt and sense of inadequacy. Do you feel adult or rather childish when you experience and express anger? Learn to recognize age-regressed states and how to pull yourself out of them. Learn where your anger comes from, what is hiding under it and how to deal with it. 5 exercises for changing your emotional patterns and achieving better quality of life. A volume in "Emotional Maturity Workbooks" series.

Does your child kick and scream when he doesn't get his way? Have meal times and running errands become emotional battles? The Everything Parent's Guide to Tantrums is your authoritative handbook to understanding what causes your child to have tantrums and which measures you can take to combat their occurrence.Author Joni Levine helps you:Understand your child's temperamentIdentify external influences that trigger tantrumsAvoid responding e...