Author: Laura Nabors

Information for Mental Health Providers Working with Children who have Chronic Illnesses

eBook: US $39 Special Offer (PDF + Printed Copy): US $119
Printed Copy: US $99
Library License: US $156
ISBN: 978-1-60805-891-4 (Print)
ISBN: 978-1-60805-890-7 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2014
DOI: 10.2174/97816080589071140101

Introduction

This eBook provides critical information for mental health providers, including counselors, psychologists, and social workers, who are interested in providing services for children with chronic illnesses. The contents of the eBook focus on enhancing resilience in children with chronic illnesses or medical conditions and their families as they strive to adjust as the child copes with the waxing and waning symptoms of his or her illness. Practical suggestions for working with children and families are also provided along with a thorough review of relevant literature. Readers of this eBook will gain a better understanding of social work and health care issues related to promoting health and wellness among children suffering from long term illnesses. This eBook is also useful for graduate students training to become counselors or therapists.

Contributors

Author(s):
Laura Nabors
School of Human Services
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Ohio
USA




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