Friday, December 5, 2014

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Children with disabilities / edited by Mark L. Batshaw, Nancy J. Roizen, Gaetano R. Lotrecchiano.

Baltimore : Paul H. Brookes Pub., c2013. 7th ed.

 MED 618.92 CHILDREN - -  Med Open Collection 

Access the NEW ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS now! Comprehensive, authoritative information from the most respected experts: For 30 years, that's what "Children with Disabilities" has given the thousands of students, faculty, and professionals who rely on it. Now this trusted text is in a NEW seventh edition, thoroughly updated with the very latest research, new instructor materials, and the critical issues professionals need to know as they prepare to work with children and families. Incorporating 5 years of significant research and progress in multiple disciplines, this highly anticipated new edition is the textbook of choice for courses on disability.

Best practice occupational therapy for children and families in community settings / Winnie Dunn.
 
Thorofare, NJ : SLACK, c2011. 2nd ed.
 
 MED 615.8515083 DUNN - -  Med Open Collection 
 
Understanding and Managing Vision Deficits is the go-to resource that will enable occupational therapists to develop a comprehensive understanding of vision, appreciate the various effects vision problems can have on the practice of occupational therapy, and to more effectively manage patients with vision disorders. Understanding and Managing Vision Deficits. Dr. Mitchell Scheiman presents a unique Three Component Model of Vision that includes: Visual integrity: Includes visual acuity (clarity), the optics of the eye, and eye health Visual efficiency skills: Includes focusing, eye teaming, and eye movements Visual information processing skills: Includes the ability to analyze, interpret and respond to visual information A major emphasis of the new edition is on management of eye movement, visual information processing, visual field, and low vision problems. Therapy suggestions have been expanded and the use of computer software has been incorporated into the therapy.

Art therapy techniques and applications / Susan I. Buchalter.

London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley, 2009.

MED 615.85156 BUCHALTER - -  Med Open Collection 

"Art Therapy Techniques and Applications" contains an original composite of therapeutic goals and evocative ideas that can be used with a wide variety of clients. This book is filled with innovative suggestions and plans that are easily implemented: from brief warm-ups to stretch the imagination, and collage and mask creations to assist the expression of mood, to guidance on combining modalities such as art, metaphors and movement, mindfulness exercises, and using computer programs to enhance art therapy projects.

Music technology in therapeutic and health settings / edited by Wendy Magee ; foreword by Dr David W. Ramsey.

London ; Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2014.

MED 615.85154 MUSIC - -  Med Open Collection 

There is a rapidly emerging and developing area of music therapy practice that uses electronic music technologies in a range of therapeutic and clinical settings to help clients with complex needs. This edited volume explains cutting edge technologies and how to apply these tools in practice. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the book takes the reader through the equipment that is available including computer-based software; electronic devices which produce musical sounds with minimal movement or skill; assistive devices such as switches and sensors; and recording and listening equipment. Clinical case studies are then offered that show these technologies being used successfully with a broad range of child and adult populations, including those with visual impairments, autism spectrum disorders, medical needs, physical challenges, and mental health issues, and within a variety of settings, including a neonatal intensive care unit, schools, hospital environments, and palliative care settings.