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End of Life Care - A Guide for Therapists, Artists and Arts Therapists (Paperback)
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End of Life Care - A Guide for Therapists, Artists and Arts Therapists (Paperback)
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The many unfounded myths and fears that surround working with
people at the end of their lives are dispelled in this thoughtful
book, and the authors provide both practical and emotional support
for those involved in caring for dying patients. The book covers
everything from the philosophy behind the practice to the diverse
roles in the multi-disciplinary team, as well as current challenges
and opportunities facing end of life care, with an emphasis on how
therapy and arts therapies can be integrated effectively. It also
looks at palliative care models that address all aspects of a
patient's wellbeing and conveys the latest research and challenges
in the field, bridging the gap between theory and the realities of
working with patients on a daily basis. Using material from artists
and therapists working in the field, the varying demands of
inpatient, outpatient and home care are described, as well as the
processes of bereavement, how to handle the practicalities of loss
and the help that therapists can give at this stage. How artists
and therapists with experience of working at the end of life can be
involved in other areas of care such as supporting older people in
care homes and those living with dementia is also discussed. The
book also introduces the important area of health promotion, and
how there is a growing responsibility to change people's attitudes
towards death, dying and bereavement. Clear, practical examples are
given as to how this might be achieved. Full of professional advice
and career guidance, this book will be an invaluable tool for those
working with patients nearing the end of life and those considering
working in this area, as well as students in training.
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