The papers in this book focus on many different aspects of the therapeutic relationship, including the self of the therapist, working cross-culturally and with language difference, impasse, risk taking, the place of research, and the influence of theory. Clinical examples illustrate successful as well as less succssful outcomes in therapy, and these clinical explorations make the book accessible to both systemic and non-systemic practitioners alike. Part of the Systemic Thinking and Practice Series.Contributors:Rhonda Brown; John Burnham; John Byng-Hall; Alan Carr; Carmel Flaskas; Jo Howard; Alfred Hurst; Ellie Kavner; Sebastian Kraemer; Inga-Britt Krause; Rabia Malik; Maeve Malley; Michael Maltby; Barry Mason; Sue McNab; Amaryll Perlesz; David Pocock; Hitesh Raval; Justin Schlicht; and Lennox K. Thomas.

The editors and contributing authors of this volume have taken a truly pioneering and courageously challenging look at the state of cross-cultural theory and practice. In confronting directly and honestly a broad range of cross-cultural issues they have succeeded in formulating a thoughtful and innovative framework for progress in this complex and demanding field. Amongst the numerous issues examined with thoroughness and insight, the following may be identified as of central importance: Perceptions and experiences of 'sameness' and 'difference'; 'collectivist' and 'individualist' cultural tendencies; internalised and institutionalised racism; religious beliefs and spiritualities; kinship roles and familial values; sexism, poverty and beliefs about mental health. Supported and illustrated with excellent clinical material these issues receive impressive exploration. Probing and perceptive about the relationships between clients and practitioners and between mental health professionals themselves, this volume offers both conceptually and practically a genuinely enriching and groundbreaking guide that points the way forward in a spirit of confidence and hope.

The papers in this book focus on many different aspects of the therapeutic relationship, including the self of the therapist, working cross-culturally and with language difference, impasse, risk taking, the place of research, and the influence of theory. Clinical examples illustrate successful as well as less succssful outcomes in therapy, and t

This reader-friendly and stimulating volume, indispensable to anyone interested in supervision from a systemic perspective, emerged from a conference organised jointly by the Institute of Family Therapy and the Tavistock Clinic in London. It is focused on developments within supervisions and reflects the increasing need for clinical supervisors in advanced level family training courses. The central theme of the book is the application of systemic thinking to the field of supervision. The complexities of topics involved in this area are fully engaged by the many contributors. The book is organised into four main sections, each ending with a useful and unifying commentary from the editors.

This book is about that idea and how it can be used to develop consistency across shifts in residential and health settings. It demonstrates that passing information productively from one shift to another is not about the information itself, but about the context in which the passing takes place.

This reader-friendly and stimulating volume, indispensable to anyone interested in supervision from a systemic perspective, emerged from a conference organised jointly by the Institute of Family Therapy and the Tavistock Clinic in London. It is focused on developments within supervisions and reflects the increasing need for clinical supervisors in advanced level family training courses. The central theme of the book is the application of systemic thinking to the field of supervision. The complexities of topics involved in this area are fully engaged by the many contributors. The book is organised into four main sections, each ending with a useful and unifying commentary from the editors.

This book is about that idea and how it can be used to develop consistency across shifts in residential and health settings. It demonstrates that passing information productively from one shift to another is not about the information itself, but about the context in which the passing takes place.

The editors and contributing authors of this volume have taken a truly pioneering and courageously challenging look at the state of cross-cultural theory and practice. In confronting directly and honestly a broad range of cross-cultural issues they have succeeded in formulating a thoughtful and innovative framework for progress in this complex and demanding field. Amongst the numerous issues examined with thoroughness and insight, the following may be identified as of central importance: Perceptions and experiences of 'sameness' and 'difference'; 'collectivist' and 'individualist' cultural tendencies; internalised and institutionalised racism; religious beliefs and spiritualities; kinship roles and familial values; sexism, poverty and beliefs about mental health. Supported and illustrated with excellent clinical material these issues receive impressive exploration. Probing and perceptive about the relationships between clients and practitioners and between mental health professionals themselves, this volume offers both conceptually and practically a genuinely enriching and groundbreaking guide that points the way forward in a spirit of confidence and hope.

Liberals don't flush They're reared to make a mess of situations and leave the cleanup to Conservatives. Young adults are faced with many confusing decisions in life aside from whether or not their pants are in style. "Liberals Don't Flush" addresses some of these by wrestling with the following life questions and more:

*How do Conservatives and liberals behave in everyday situations?

*Do Republicans or Democrats really represent our best interests?

*Do I want big government changing my diapers for the rest of my life?

*How many 4XL super-jumbo diapers does Ted Kennedy go through in a week and who changes them?

*Why does the left not want me to know the truth about the war against terroristic Islam?

*Why hasn't Alec Baldwin moved to France?

*Why shouldn't a man like Herman Cain be our next President?

*What should we do about illegal immigration?

*Who's working hard to keep racism alive?

*Is my school trying to educate me or brainwash me?

*Why do a significant number of vehicles speeding from crime scenes display faded Kerry-Edwards bumper stickers?

Barry Mason invites you to wade knee-deep into a layman's politically incorrect and brutally honest analysis of liberalism. Wear your hip boots.

Imagine routinely answering your telephone or turning on your TV, radio or computer. Something is different this time, though. You hear a series of digital tones and your inhibitions are instantly gone. You were a good person, law-abiding and honest. Now you're a human monster driven by self-indulgence, sexual depravity and unbridled violence. You've just experienced Killswitch. Now imagine Killswitch unleashed upon an entire country. That's what happens in this government conspiracy story of power hunger and corruption, as the United States becomes a battleground of evil. The primary character is LAPD narcotics agent Melvin Berry. Go with him on his wild cross-country trek to save his family. Along the way you will encounter the Killswitch-induced lives of a college football star, unorthodox CIA operatives, murderous drug lords, Mississippi minister Joe Salter, and a pathway of corrupt officials leading directly to the White House. Enjoy the ride.