Art Therapy and Health Care

by Cathy A. Malchiodi

Demonstrating the benefits of creative expression for patients living with acute or chronic illness, this volume provides a complete, practical introduction to medical art therapy. It presents evidence-based strategies for helping people of all ages--from young children to older adults--cope with physical and cognitive symptoms, reduce stress, and improve their quality of life. The book includes detailed case material and 110 illustrations. It describes...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462507166
• ISBN13: 9781462507160
• Release Date: October 2012
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.3" x 10.1"