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Learning Disorder or Learning Style?
A Timeless Perspective
by Cynthia Ulrich Tobias.
Every child has unique characteristics regarding how they
learn in and from the world around them. Some are more
auditory in their orientation, some more visual, and some
kinesthetic. Cynthia Tobias shares the key roles of awareness
and understanding in treating learning disorders with this
population, as well as the core need for acceptance.
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Reactive Attachment Disorder and
Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder
by Joshua Straub.
Secure attachments are critical for children
and adolescents as they mature into adulthood. Joshua
Straub explores the etiology and symptoms of Reactive
Attachment Disorder and its companion, Disinhibited Social
Engagement Disorder. Interventions and treatment protocols
are discussed in light of the newly released
DSM-5
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Elimination Disorders in Childhood
by Trina
Young Greer.
Enuresis and encopresis can be distressing
and shame-based disorders that result in high anxiety for
children and their parents. Child psychologist, Trina Young
Greer, shares how counselors can help facilitate successful
treatment, while playing an important role in educating
parents and identifying root causes.
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A Brief Guide to Evidence-based Practice
for Children and Adolescents
by Gary Sibcy.
Selecting the right assessment instruments for a particular
disorder is a critical part of the overall treatment process.
Gary Sibcy describes different psychological tests and scales
that can be utilized with specific childhood disorders. From
there, proven evidence-based protocols provide a helpful
road map for a best-practices orientation.
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Psychiatric Medication for Children and
Adolescents
by Edward John Kuhnley.
Nearly 20%
of minors aged three to 17 suffer from a mental illness
in this country. As such, medication evaluation and
management are critical treatment considerations. Child
and adolescent psychiatrist, John Kuhnley, addresses
important psychotropic factors that impact a number of
common diagnoses.
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The Therapeutic Powers of Play:
Promoting Healing and Resilience in
Children
by Josephine Olson.
It has often been said that
play is the work of children. Josephine Olson explains the
value of incorporating play therapy as an effective treatment
approach for a variety of childhood disorders. Positive
implications include relationship enhancement, emotion
regulation, and growth in coping and social skills.
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The Word Applied
by H.B. London, Jr.
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Looking Inward
by Diane Langberg
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Reflections
by Gary Moon
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Shrink Notes
by Michael Lyles
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Law, Ethics & Liability
by John Sandy
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Leadership Psyc
by Henry Cloud
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Research Digest
by Mark Yarhouse
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CounselQuiz
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From the Heart
by Tim Clinton
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