Art Therapy in Palliative Care: The Creative Response

Art Therapy in Palliative Care: The Creative Response

Paperback (13 Aug 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the practice and results of art therapy in palliative care. It includes first-hand accounts from both therapists and clients in a variety of palliative care settings including:-
* hospices and hospitals
* patients own homes
* prisons (AIDS patients)
* adolescent griefwork groups
These case studies include examples of client art work and illustrate clearly how art therapy can allow patients to regain feelings of control over their lives.

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Routledge

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Book information

ISBN: 9780415161572
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Routledge
Pub date:
DEWEY: 362.175
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 208
Weight: 350g
Height: 235mm
Width: 157mm
Spine width: 14mm