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Every once in a while a book presents itself in such a way that it captures the essence of society for a particular segment of culture at a given point in time. That is the case with About Children - a documentary in print offering a multifaceted portrait of today's children. About Children features insightful essays from renowned authorities on over 40 key facets of life for children in America. This tabloid-formatted book will be hardcover, and...
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Therapeutic Residential Care For Children and Youth takes a fresh look at therapeutic residential care as a powerful intervention in working with the most troubled children who need intensive support. Featuring contributions from distinguished international contributors, it critically examines current research and innovative practice, and addresses the key questions; how does it work, what are its critical "active ingredients," and does it represent...
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In the twenty-first-century world of juvenile justice policy and practice, nearly everyone agrees that one of the most pressing issues facing the nation's juvenile courts is their proper response to delinquent youths with mental disorders. Recent research indicates that about two-thirds of adolescent offenders in juvenile justice facilities meet the criteria for one or more mental disorders. What are the obligations of our juvenile justice system,...
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High profile media reports of young people committing suicide after experiencing bullying have propelled a national conversation about the nature and scope of this problem and the means to address it. Specialists have long known that involvement in bullying in any capacity (as the victim or as the perpetrator) is associated with higher rates of suicidal ideation and behaviors, but evidence about which bullying subtype is at greatest risk is more mixed....
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"I'm literally rotting, there's nothing I can think of that's good in my life," says Ashley, who smokes as many as 100 hits of heroin a day and is barely out of her teens. For eight months, ABC News producers followed Ashley and two other heroin abusers through the agony of addiction. Dylan, a rehab veteran, has three younger brothers who openly fear for his life. Justin is even more at risk: he struggles alone, thousands of miles away from his family....
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Emphasizing the play leader's role in facilitating growth and change, this film features drama therapy pioneer Dr. Eleanor Irwin, a co-founder of the National Association for Drama Therapy. As a licensed psychologist Dr. Irwin has helped countless young patients find creative ways to express themselves and achieve emotional healing through dramatic play. She has also taught and written widely about drama therapy, helping to raise awareness of the...
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Maybe it's hearing about friends, driving home from a dance, who get into a car wreck that no one survives. Or a fellow student?the one who wears a bandanna to hide what chemotherapy has done to her hair one day fails to show up for homeroom. Or an announcement over the school's PA system "There will be a memorial service this afternoon." For many young people, this will be their first exposure to death. How can teachers and school administrators...
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Facing adversity at home, in school, or on the streets, kids often have nowhere to turn-but a creative outlet can make a huge difference in their lives and transform their views of themselves and the world. This concise video follows at-risk children and adolescents as they take part in a community arts therapy program incorporating a wide range of expressive modalities. In the RAW Art Works teen group, participants create intriguing and emotionally...
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A leading proponent of the discipline known as authentic movement and the founder and director of the first school devoted to its study (The Mary Starks Whitehouse Institute), Dr. Janet Adler has taught extensively in both the U.S. and Europe. Her appearances in film and media have also been crucial to raising awareness of the power of dance therapy. This documentation of Dr. Adler's work has been celebrated for vividly capturing a series of sessions...
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Violence, regardless of scale or setting, leaves a trail of emotional and psychological damage. And virtually everyone caught in its wake experiences the same inescapable pattern of suffering. But how powerful is the stranglehold of post-traumatic stress disorder? Is there a set of guiding principles emerging from studies of PTSD, a common pathway that trauma patients can follow to rediscover peace of mind? Presenting stories from Palestine, France,...
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"Emphasizing the need for early intervention and prevention, this timely book examines the impact of violence exposure on children and youth, discusses several existing programs, and proposes new approaches to the problem. Recommending crucial steps to stem the tide of violence and enhance the safety of future generations, this volume will be of interest to mental health practitioners, developmental researchers, sociologists, educators, law enforcement...
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The first book to focus on abortion decision making, this self-help counseling resource takes a decidedly positive stance. Challenging the view that abortion is the lesser of two evils, Patricia Lunneborg maintains that it is moral, life-enhancing, supportive to families, and beneficial to the lives of millions of women. Opposing public opinion that abortion is acceptable only in special cases, she contends that the best reason to have an abortion...
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