Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation, Second Edition, provides students with evidence-based information on fundamental concepts in therapeutic recreation to help them explore the various career possibilities in the field.

This book provides empirically based theoretical perspectives on key concepts, timely topics, practical professional information, historical and philosophical perspectives from leaders in therapeutic recreation, and insight into leaders who helped advance the profession. Concepts and topics include coverage of conceptual models, behavior modification, social support, self-determination and enjoyment, control, the therapeutic relationship, therapeutic outdoor programming, cultural competence, evidence-based practice, and healthcare in America, therapeutic recreation education, training in physical activity, making presentations, attending conferences, and professionalism.

Playlady is a true narrative wherein you will meet hospitalized children, psychotic mental patients, young delinquents, and dying elderly. You will experience sadness and joy, frustration, and wonder when a paralyzed man walks again, or a baby dies all alone. The tales are humorous and avoid medical terms. You will meet young teens with anorexia, a murderer who shuffles across campus for first choice of out-of-date jelly donuts, a lady who believes the announcer sees her through the TV, a millionaire who wants to lose 100 pounds, and the last person to have a lobotomy. See how their lives are enhanced through play.

Therapeutic Recreation Program Design uses the most up-to-date information and powerful study tools to help readers learn how to synthesize different elements of therapeutic recreation into one cohesive program. The Fifth Edition features an improved organization that guides students through the theory and practice of therapeutic recreation programming in a way that fully prepares them to work effectively in the industry. Conceptual Foundations: The Basis for Service Development and Delivery, The Leisure Ability Model, Therapeutic Recreation Services: Important Considerations, Therapeutic Recreation Accountability Model, Comprehensive Program Design, Specific Program Design, Activity Analysis, Activity Selection and Implementation, Treatment and Diagnostic Protocols, Client Assessment, Client Documentation, Program and Client Evaluation, Professionalism and Accountability: Challenges for the Future. Intended for those interested in learning the basics of therapeutic recreation program design.

Introduction to Recreation and Leisure, Third Edition, presents perspectives from 52 leading experts from around the world. It delves into foundational concepts, delivery systems, and programming services; offers an array of ancillaries; and helps students make informed career choices.

For therapists, educators, and psychologists. The most comprehensive dictionary on the market for therapy terminology. This award-winning dictionary is a must for therapists! It provides clear, useful definitions for thousands of terms that therapists in today's health care environment must understand to be effective members of the health care team. This is not a medical dictionary. Definitions of diagnoses include not only the cause of the disease and common limitations, but also implications for therapeutic intervention. Terms such as bed and support surface, which get one or two lines in a medical dictionary, if they are defined at all, contain detailed information that helps therapists understand how they need to modify their therapy to provide the most effective treatment for the equipment being used. Practitioners in occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreational therapy, speech-language pathology, chemical dependency counseling, art therapy, music therapy, social work, psychology, nursing, and education will find definitions that cross the boundaries of their respective fields and provide common understanding of terms. The dictionary improves understanding between disciplines and improves the quality of care for the patients, clients, and residents that are served.

With a new full-color design with perforated worksheets, the Tenth Edition of Kraus' Recreation and Leisure in Modern Society provides a detailed introduction to the history, developments, and current trends in leisure studies. It addresses contemporary issues facing the recreation and leisure profession and focuses on challenges and opportunities that impact the profession now as well as years from now. Extensive research into emerging trends helps support the text and provide insights into the future. Focusing on the ten different types of organizations --ranging from nonprofit community organizations and armed forces recreation to sports management and travel and tourism sponsors -- this classic text text is an invaluable resource for students considering a career in the recreation and leisure industry. New to the Tenth Edition: - Discusses how specific trends, such as dramatic shifts in population make-up, the impact of technology, and marketing affect leisure-service systems and the recreation and park professions. - Focus on the role of parks and recreation on the health and wellness of our communities as well as means to combat the obesity epidemic in North America. - Includes new case studies which allow students to apply knowledge of technology in leisure, identify the value and benefits of play, and recognize the changing family structures of our modern society.