Play for Sick Children

Play Specialists in Hospitals and Beyond

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Child & Adolescent, Child Psychology, Medical, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
Cover of the book Play for Sick Children by Cath Hubbuck, Jessica Kingsley Publishers
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Cath Hubbuck ISBN: 9781846429637
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Publication: July 15, 2009
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Language: English
Author: Cath Hubbuck
ISBN: 9781846429637
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication: July 15, 2009
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Language: English

Play for Sick Children offers a unique insight into the crucial work of the play specialist. It examines the repercussions of being ill and receiving treatment experienced by children and their families, and highlights the importance of receiving quality play opportunities to counter these negative effects. The author proposes that play should be a high priority for those working in hospitals and other healthcare settings, and challenges other professionals to acknowledge, understand, accept and value the play specialist's role within the multidisciplinary team.

The book explores the history of play in hospital, outlines the basic techniques and practical approaches used in working with sick children and young people, and identifies and discusses key theoretical and practical elements of the ever-changing role of the play specialist.

This all-encompassing resource will be of great value to the ever growing and dedicated community of professionals who provide play, information and emotional support for sick children and their families.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Play for Sick Children offers a unique insight into the crucial work of the play specialist. It examines the repercussions of being ill and receiving treatment experienced by children and their families, and highlights the importance of receiving quality play opportunities to counter these negative effects. The author proposes that play should be a high priority for those working in hospitals and other healthcare settings, and challenges other professionals to acknowledge, understand, accept and value the play specialist's role within the multidisciplinary team.

The book explores the history of play in hospital, outlines the basic techniques and practical approaches used in working with sick children and young people, and identifies and discusses key theoretical and practical elements of the ever-changing role of the play specialist.

This all-encompassing resource will be of great value to the ever growing and dedicated community of professionals who provide play, information and emotional support for sick children and their families.

More books from Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Cover of the book Music Therapy and Traumatic Brain Injury by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book School Readiness and the Characteristics of Effective Learning by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Dramatic Problem Solving by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book The Unofficial Guide to Adoptive Parenting by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Mudras of Yoga by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Design for Nature in Dementia Care by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Anni's Cancer Companion by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Straight Expectations by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book The Overweight Patient by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book What to Do about Smearing by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book "If You Turned into a Monster" by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Starving the Anger Gremlin by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Advanced Methods of Music Therapy Practice by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Appreciating Asperger Syndrome by Cath Hubbuck
Cover of the book Reminiscence and Life Story Work by Cath Hubbuck
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy