therapeutic use

"Spending time in nature has been proven to have myriad health benefits, as evidenced by the 'forest bathing' trend that has urbanites making concerted efforts to wander in forests in an effort to improve well-being. This . . . journal gives would-be naturalists a way to explore their natural world and contemplate their places in it [and is] . . . is the ideal companion to anyone searching for a stronger connection to nature"--OCLC.

"An introduction to forest bathing--or Shinrin-yoku, in Japan--the meditative practice of connecting with nature and disconnecting from the distractions of daily life"--Provided by publisher.

"Journey along as Willow visits patients at a hospital, helps children read at a library pajama party, and brings smiles to people who need them"--Provided by publisher.

Explains how self-compassion can help people overcome pain and difficulties in their lives and presents practical strategies for living fully in the present and ignoring anxious, negative, and critical thoughts.

Describes the different animals that can be used in a therapeutic setting. the places they visit, including clinics, hospitals, and schools, and the training they go through to become certified.

"Packed with creative, effective ideas for bringing mindfulness into the classroom, child therapy office, or community, this book features sample lesson plans and scripts, case studies, vignettes, and more. Leading experts describe how to harness the unique benefits of present-focused awareness for preschoolers, school-age kids, and teens, including at-risk youth and those with special needs. Strategies for overcoming common obstacles and engaging kids with different learning styles are explored. Chapters also share ways to incorporate mindfulness into a broad range of children's activities, such as movement, sports, music, games, writing, and art. Giving clinicians and educators practices they can use immediately, the book includes clear explanations of relevant research findings"--Provided by publisher.

Provides activities and methods for teaching children with Asperger's syndrome (AS) social awareness. Includes questionnaires and scripts and scene designs.

Profiles five children with autism, their parents, and acting coach Elaine Hill as they take on the enterprise of a full-length stage production.

Provides a guide to more than one hundred herbs, including ginseng and ginkgo biloba, and their uses according to Native American tribes, and contains a guide to making herbal remedies for everything from pain relief to nervousness.

"A breathing practice book that teaches children breath awareness and how to use breathing in unpleasant situations to help them keep calm, relax[ed], and focused"--Provided by publisher.