This text is part of a series - ''Forensic Focus'' - which takes the field of forensic psychotherapy as its focal point, offering a forum for the presentation of theoretical and clinical issues. It also embraces such influential neighbouring disciplines as language, law, literature, criminology, ethics and philosophy, as well as psychiatry and ......
Germany, Russia and the Withdrawal of the Western Group of Forces
In this book, David Cox argues that the initial disagreements that led to the Cold War largely centered around Central/Eastern Europe, and Germany in particular. The end of the Cold War, according to Cox, can best be understood in the context of the withdrawal of Soviet forces and the disintegration of Soviet hegemony in these areas. In this ......
Compromise with Chaos: The Therapist's Response to the Individual and the Group
'Outstanding. There is authenticity and honesty in Dr Cox's message.'- American Journal of Psychiatry'Rich and thought provoking. A stimulating reflection for those of us who are aware of the unwithering need of organising and structuring again and again our creative doubts. A book highly recommended.'- Group Analysis'It is a real work of art. ......
Free and informed consent is one of the most widespread and morally important practices of modern health care; competence to consent is its cornerstone. This book provides an introduction to the key practical, philosophical, and moral issues involved in competence to consent.
Innovative approaches to dementia care in the nursing home are the subject of this volume. The contributors combine specific applied research findings and programmes in examining such topics as: addressing needs; developing multidisciplinary care teams; finding alternatives to restraints; and integrating the family into the care team. Special programmes designed to accommodate patients, including special care units, in-house day care, nursing unit-based services and social day care, are described. Also explored are: legal and ethical issues related to dementia; reimbursement; staff training; and increasing costs.
Fairy tales are part of Western culture and history. The last 20 years have seen an increasing interest in the psycho-analytically orientated interpretation of fairy tales. This book focuses on them as a medium for therapy, highlighting their importance on many different levels. The authors show that fairy tales can be used in therapy and guidance ......
Offers a history of the active euthanasia movement in America, as represented by its most visible proponent, the Hemlock Society. This book traces the growth of the society from its beginnings as a three-person cause to its world-wide fame.
The Actors are Come Hither - The Performance of Tragedy in a Secure Psychiatric Hospital
Between 1989 and 1991 several of Shakespeare's tragedies were performed in the central hall of Broadmoor Hospital. This book provides a record of these events and explores the impact of such drama upon both actors and audience.
Emblems of Encounter: A Manual for Counsellors and Therapists
'A convincing plea is made for visual display systems in the place of conventional notes particularly for teaching and research.' - British Journal of Psychiatry'The notation used has great promise as an extremely helpful conceptual tool for the group therapist in clinical work and research.' - American Journal of Psychiatry'Any way of increasing ......
