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Art Therapy and Health Care

By Cathy A. Malchiodi

Book information

Publisher
Guilford Publications
Year
2012
ISBN
9781462507214, 9781462507160
LCC
RC489.A7 -- A7675 2012eb
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
30 MB (31572323 bytes)
Pages
402\402
Time added
2023-08-03 13:54:14
Art therapy. ; Psychotherapy.; MED058180; PSY02800

Description

Demonstrating the benefits of creative expression for patients living with acute or chronic illness, this volume provides a complete, practical introduction to medical art therapy. It presents evidence-based strategies for helping people of all ages--from young children to older adults--cope with physical and cognitive symptoms, reduce stress, and improve their quality of life. The book includes detailed case material and 110 illustrations. It describes ways to work with individuals and groups with specific health conditions and challenges, as well as their family members. Contributors are experienced art therapists who combine essential knowledge with in-depth clinical guidance.

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