A self-study guide to support staff in intellectual disability services to understand and respond to the complex and holistic needs of people with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
This fascinating book brings together Koenigs lectures, essays and notes on music therapy, most of which have never before been published. In them he explores areas such as studies on hearing, the nature of musical experience
The profession of recreational therapy requires you to plan, implement and evaluate the services you offer to your clients. Determining what those services will involve a complex assessment process. Assessment in Recreational Therapy is an evidence-based guide to help you do just that. Assessment in Recreational Therapy provides direction on how ......
Textbook for introductory higher education courses in therapeutic recreation; also a professional reference for practitioners who work in recreational therapy.
Since publication of the first edition, Spasticity: Diagnosis and Management has been the defining reference and go-to source for physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers who care for patients with spasticity. For this new updated edition, Dr Brashear and a diverse team of specialists have come together to integrate new research, ......
Supporting Healthy Sleep Practices for Wellbeing and Performance
Maintaining good sleep is a crucial yet often underrated pillar of a person's wellbeing and general health. Despite this, there is limited guidance on how and why the various phases women experience in their lifetime may impact their quality of sleep, and what can be done to improve it. This practical and accessible guide for health professionals ......
Gaining knowledge of sensory integration is key for any occupational therapist to bette runderstand and support those they work with. In mental health settings, sensory approaches have been shown to aid de-escalation, promote development of healthy coping strategies, and decrease restrictive practice. However, there are a lack of resources ......
Apply the science of nutrition in your practice. Be prepared to apply the science of Sports Nutrition to your future clients. Developed in partnership with the American Council for Exercise (ACE), the 3rd Edition of this popular text merges the basic principles and latest evidence-based scientific understanding of sports nutrition with the ......
Transformative Approaches for Social Justice and Inclusive Practice
What can occupational therapy practitioners in the Global North learn from the ways OT is practiced across Latin America? This book offers a deep dive into the rich epistemologies, practices, and critical perspectives of Latin American occupational therapists. Featuring contributions from over 30 authors and collaborators across 15 Latin American ......
