Author

LaVigne, Melissa

Freitas, Irene [illustrator]

Place of Publication

Emeryville, CA

Publisher

Rockridge Press

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover. 176 pages.

Subject

Play Therapy

Parenting

Abstract

Harness the power of play--101 creative ways for you and your child to bond, have fun, and so much more!

What's the best way for children to relate to the world around them? Play! In this book, you'll find a collection of joyful activities that allow parents of children ages 3 to 9 to unlock the therapeutic benefits of play.

From strengthening your bond to decreasing their screen dependency, Play Therapy Activities offers a variety of simple exercises that can help improve your child's behavior, impulse control, self-awareness, and more. New to the idea of play therapy? This parent-friendly guide offers a comprehensive overview of the practice, as well as advice for making sure you and your child get the most out of your experiences together.

Play Therapy Activities provides:

. Open the play therapy toolbox; Discover how you can help your child hone certain skills and behaviors with arts and crafts, relaxation and breathing activities, and more.

. 101 Fun activities; Whether it's dancing, creating stories, or playing outside, discover on- and off-the-page activities (and tips!) for any number of occasions and moods.

. Play therapy revealed; Find out how and why play therapy is so effective, as well as the ways in which these activities can supplement actual play therapy.

. Bring fun and skill-building games home with Play Therapy Activities.

Notes

For children ages 3-9.

ISBN

9781647391263

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CC 355 LAV 2020

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Author

Boyd, S. (ed.)

Marcellus, L. (ed.)

Place of Publication

Winnipeg, MB

Publisher

Fernwood Publishing

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

Softcover: 136 p.

Subject

Prenatal Care Drug Use

Abstract

A compilation of works from multiple Canadian authors whose work involves substance use during pregnancy. Writings concentrate on harm reduction, women-centred services, and providing compassionate care to all pregnant women.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1 Drug Scares and Practice: Socio-Historical Considerations

Chapter 2 Using Feminist Ethics to Inform Practice with Pregnant Women Who Use Substances

Chapter 3 Outcomes for Children with Prenatal Exposure to Drugs and Alcohol: A Social-Determinants of Health Approach

Chapter 4 Caring Not Curing:Caring for Pregnant Women with Problematic Substance Use in an Acute Care Setting: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Chapter 5

ISBN

9781552662182

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

DB 100 BOY 2007

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Alternate Title

Ten Steps to Reducing Your Child's Anxiety on the Autism Spectrum

Author

Garnett, Michelle

Attwood, Tony

Ford, Louise

Runham, Stefanie

Cook, Julia

Place of Publication

London, Eng.

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover; 255 pages

Subject

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Abstract

Recognising, expressing and understanding emotions helps young children make sense of their life experiences. Children diagnosed with autism can have significant difficulties with recognising and processing emotions which can lead to high levels of anxiety as they struggle to make sense of the unpredictable world around them.

The 'Fun with Feelings' programme is designed to help parents support their children with emotional regulation and to decrease anxiety. This guide is structured around 10 stages. The initial four stages prepare parents to implement the programme with their child. These stages help parents understand the causes of anxiety and provide practical strategies for creating a toolbox to reduce anxiety. The final six stages are used in conjunction with Having Fun with Feelings on the Autism Spectrum: A CBT Activity Book for Kids Age 4-8, allowing parents to support their child while working through the activity book.

Written by world-leading experts in the field, 10 Steps to Reducing Your Child's Anxiety on the Autism Spectrum provides the steppingstones for parents of young children with autism to better understand their child's emotional skill set and empower them to understand and articulate their feelings.

ISBN

9781787753259

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 272 GAR 2020a

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Author

Huebner, Dawn

McHale, Kara (illustrator)

Place of Publication

London

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover ; 78 p., illustrations

Subject

Anxiety

Emotional Health

Abstract

When we learn about something bad - even when we hear only bits and pieces of it - our brains get busy trying to make sense of what we've heard. Seeing distressing events on the news, or hearing about them later, can feel scary and overwhelming. Talking about what happened, and how we feel about it, is hugely important.

Something Bad Happened guides children aged 6 to 12 and the adults who care about them through tough conversations about news of large-scale events, addressing questions such as: "Where did it happen?" "Why did it happen?" And, "Will it happen again?" Feelings like sadness, fear and confusion are normalized, and coping tools provided.

For children and parents to read together, or by a child with a parent nearby, this helpful resource by a child psychologist best-selling author provides comfort, support and action plans for children learning about the big bad things happening in our world.

ISBN

9781787750746

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 HUE 2020

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Author

Bryden, Pier

Szatmari, Peter

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Simon & Schuster

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover ; ix, 271 p.

Subject

Mental Health

Mental Health/Illness

Parenting

Young Adults-Mental Health. Psychology

Children Mental Health

Abstract

"As parents, we worry about our children - about their physical health, performance at school, the types of friends they have, and, of course, their mental health. Every day seems to bring new and expanding issues and disorders and troubling statistics about the rise of mental illness in children and teens. It's usually obvious what to do for physical injuries like broken bones, but when it comes to our children's mental health, the answers are much less clear, and sometimes even contradictory.

"Pier Bryden and Peter Szatmari, top child and adolescent psychiatrists, are here to help. Using their combined six decades working with families and kids - and their own experiences as parents - they break down the stigma of mental health illness and walk parents through the warning signs, risk factors, prevention strategies, and the process of diagnosis and treatment for mental health challenges arising from: anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, psychosis, ADHD, and autism.

"The most important thing to remember as a parent is that you and your child are not alone and there is a lot you can do to improve your child's mental health. The road ahead isn't always easy or straightforward, but start here to learn how to advocate for your child's well-being"--from the inside front cover.

ISBN

9781508257929

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 100 BRY 2020

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URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/MightyMoe.pdf

Website Notes

Click on the above link to view

Author

Woloshyn, Lacey

Chamberlain, Andrea (ill.)

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

Lacey Woloshyn

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

1 PDF file: (eBook) 79 p.

URL: http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/MightyMoe.pdf

Subject

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Children-Mental Health

Children-Self Help

Children's Anxiety

Children's Anger

Children's Emotions

Anxiety

Abstract

This eBook is an anxiety workbook for children age 5-11. Best Practice Guidelines for managing anxiety in this workbook have been adapted to be fun, engaging, and child friendly.

Notes

The material in this manual is not intended to replace the advice of professional mental health experts.

Material Type

Book

Online

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 WOL 2009

Author

Huebner, Dawn

Stevens, Liza [ill.]

Place of Publication

London

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover : 77 pages

Series

Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears

Subject

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Psychosomatics. Hypochondria

Abstract

Thinking about our body's functions can be scary, especially when it morphs into Health Anxiety that gets in the way of everyday life. This book teaches 4 steps to manage 'false alarm' fears. Fun Facts about the body engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and a supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.

Notes

For ages 6 to 10.

ISBN

9781787759282

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 HUE 2022

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Author

Woods, Douglas W.

Piacentini, John C.

Chang, Susanna W.

Deckersbach, Thilo

Ginsburg, Golda S.

Peterson, Alan L.

Scahill, Lawrence D.

Walkup, John T.

Wilhelm, Sabine

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

Oxford University Press

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

Softcover: 86 p.

Series

Treatments That Work

Subject

Tourette Syndrome. Gilles De La Tourette Syndrome

Mental Health

Abstract

This 11-session program uses Behavior Therapy to help your child become aware of his/her tics and the situations that make them worse. The program also includes relaxation techniques designed to help combat anxiety and stress, as well as relapse prevention strategies. Complete with psychoeducational information, as well as child-friendly forms and worksheets, this workbook will help your family better understand TS and the ways you can effectively support your child.

ISBN

9780195341294

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 484 WOO 2008

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Author

Lorenz, Theo Nicole

Place of Publication

London, Eng.

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

Softcover; 169 pages

Subject

Young Adults-Gender Identity & Expression

Abstract

If you're transgender, non-binary, or any other gender under the wide and wonderful trans umbrella, this book is for you. A creative journal and workbook with a difference, this book combines coloring pages celebrating trans identity, beauty and relationships, with practical advice, journaling prompts and space for reflection to promote self-affirmation and wellbeing.

Drawing on CBT and mindfulness techniques, the book covers topics including body positivity and neutrality, coming out, euphoria and dysphoria, building new friendships and navigating relationships with your friends and family, and is the go-to resource for anybody who has ever felt the pressure to conform to a singular definition or narrative.

Theo Nicole Lorenz's heart-warming and empowering illustrations of trans people will provide reassurance that you are never alone, and are a reminder to always treat yourself kindly.

ISBN

9781787753433

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH GL 716 LOR 2021

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Author

Methot, Suzanne

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

ECW Press

Publication Date

2023

Physical Description

Paperback; 255 pages

Subject

Trauma

Trauma Survivors

Indigenous Health

Family

Abstract

Written specifically for young adults, reluctant readers, and literacy learners, Killing the Wittigo explains the traumatic effects of colonization on Indigenous people and communities and how trauma alters an individual's brain, body, and behavior. It explores how learned patterns of behavior - the ways people adapt to trauma to survive - are passed down within family systems, thereby affecting the functioning of entire communities. The book foregrounds Indigenous resilience through song lyrics and as-told-to stories by young people who have started their own journeys of decolonization, healing, and change. It also details the transformative work being done in urban and on-reserve communities through community-led projects and Indigenous-run institutions and community agencies. These stories offer concrete examples of the ways in which Indigenous peoples and communities are capable of healing in small and big ways - and they challenge readers to consider what the dominant society must do to create systemic change.

ISBN

9781770417243

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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Author

Culbert, Timothy

Kajander, Rebecca

Place of Publication

Minneapolis, MN

Publisher

Free Spirit Publishing Inc.

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

Paperback, 56 p. : col. ill.

Series

The boss of your body

Subject

Coping with Pain

Pain

Picture Books

Abstract

Kids learn ways to manage and relieve the pain of common headaches and stomachaches, as well as pain related to injuries and illness. Self-care skills include belly breathing, positive self-talk, aromatherapy, and acupressure.

Notes

Ages 9-12

Alternate Series Title: Boss of body

ISBN

9781575422541

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 850 CUL 2007

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Author

Finando, Donna

Place of Publication

Rochester, VT

Publisher

Healing Arts Press

Publication Date

2005

Physical Description

Softcover ; 200 p., ill.

Subject

Muscles. Muscle Diseases

Pain

Pain Control

Abstract

"The vast majority of physical injuries incurred by active people begin with muscular injuries that are not addressed by the conventional medical approach to orthopedic care. Injuries of this type are generally too minor to warrant splinting, casting, or medication and often do not prevent participation in physical activities. They do, however, produce noticeable discomfort and, over time, frequently lead to more severe injuries.

"In Trigger Point Self-Care Manual Donna Finando presents methods for the healing and prevention of musculature injuries. She identifies the causes of and remedies for areas of muscular tightness and restriction and details many self-care techniques, including precise self-massage, stretching, and the use of wet heat and/or ice. In the fully illustrated reference section, organized by body part, she identifies the pain associated with trigger points in each muscle of the body and provides instructions for palpating, treating, and stretching the muscle in order to release it"--from the back cover.

ISBN

9781594770807

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 820 FIN 2005

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Editor

Brooks, Christine

Publisher

iUniverse

Publication Date

2008

Physical Description

420 p.

Subject

Abortion-Coping

Pregnancy Complications

Abstract

This book is about abortion, but more specifically, about abortions sought due to a poor prenatal diagnosis or due to serious maternal health complications. This book contains 46 personal stories, each one from a woman who decided to interrupt a much-wanted and oftentimes much-planned pregnancy. There is very little societal support for parents who make this decision, which leaves most parents to deal with their sadness and grief alone.

ISBN

9780595530472

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GE 250 BRO 2008

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Alternate Title

[Cognitive Behavioural Therapy anger management skills for teens with anxiety-driven anger]

Author

Dunn, Kelsey Torgerson

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

Instant Help Books

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Paperback; [168p.]

Subject

Anxiety

Anger

Young Adults-Emotions

Young Adults-Self-Help

Cognitive Therapy

Abstract

Using a proven-effective approach rooted in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), When Anxiety Makes You Angry will help you identify the anxiety beneath your anger, accept difficult emotions?rather than fighting or trying to ignore them?and learn healthy coping and self-regulation skills to help you find emotional balance. You?ll also discover how to ?train your brain? to stop and think before reacting; and how to choose calm over chaos when faced with the things that trigger your anxiety or anger.

ISBN

9781684038367

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH CD 420 DUN 2022

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Author

Mecklinger, Elise

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Paperback, 200 p. : ill.

Subject

Cancer-Nutritional Support. Cachexia

Cancer-Coping

Cookbooks

Abstract

A practical cookbook containing over 100 recipes to help people living with cancer to manage eating difficulties (loss of appetitie, nausea, taste changes, swallowing difficulties, diarrhea) during cancer treatment. The final chapter contains information on healthy eating after treatment.

ISBN

0978049608

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FE 260 MEC 2006

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Author

Hombert, Madeline (editor); Friedlander, Robin & Donnelly, Tina (publishers)

Place of Publication

Port Coquitlam, BC

Publisher

Friedlander/Donnelly

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Paperback, 189 p.

Subject

Mental Disorders-Coping for the Family

Developmental Disability

External

Abstract

A collection of writing from a dozen parents and those dually diagnosed with developmental and mental health problems. Covers autism, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as developmental disabilities.

Notes

On Sale! Regular price = $15.00

ISBN

0978146700

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 255 HOM 2006

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Author

Lock, James

Whyte, Aileen

Matheson, Brittany

Datta, Nandini

Place of Publication

New York

Publisher

Routledge

Publication Date

2024

Physical Description

Softcover, 154 pages

Subject

Eating Disorders

Abstract

The book illustrates how parents who are participating in family-based treatment (FBT) for their child's eating disorder (ED) may enhance their chances of achieving optimal outcomes for their child by more successfully navigating the challenges that often impede progress in treatment and recovery. The stance of the book is transdiagnostic, so that the information provided spans all ED diagnoses including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, and atypical ED presentations as well as conditions that fall outside current diagnostic criteria. This book helps parents to identify how they can make the most of FBT therapy no matter which ED symptoms their child experiences. Case vignettes across the diagnostic and clinical spectrum are used throughout the book, not only to illustrate examples of some specific challenges families face, but to help parents normalize the emotions they may feel around their experience of trying to help their child and around their experience of participating in the FBT intervention itself.

ISBN

9781032404295

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

BB 500 LOC 2024

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Author

Winner, Michelle Garcia

Edition

2nd ed.

Place of Publication

San Jose, CA

Publisher

Think Social Publishing, Inc.

Publication Date

2007

Physical Description

270 p.

Subject

Language/Communication

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Autism

Learning Differences. Learning Disabilities

Attention Deficit Disorder. Hyperactivity

Abstract

Philosophy and strategies to further develop perspective taking and communicative abilities for persons with social cognitive deficits such as: Asperger Syndrome; Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS); High-Functioning Autism; Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD); Hyperlexia; and Non-verbal Learning Disability (NVLD).

Notes

All handouts in the book may be photocopied for educational use only.

ISBN

0-9701320-1-8

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

FM 235 WIN 2007

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Author

Clark, Sandra L.

Garland, E. Jane

Short, Christina

Corporate Author

Mood and Anxiety Disorders Clinic, BC Children's Hospital

Edition

2nd

Place of Publication

Vancouver, BC

Publisher

Children's & Women's Health Centre of British Columbia

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Spiral bound, paperback, 8.5 x 11 in.: 92 pages

Subject

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Fear

Anxiety

Abstract

Classroom-based 8 session program aimed at anxiety prevention. Children will learn about anxiety and worries using the concept of "Worry Dragons". The focus is on teaching general anxiety management strategies for children. To be used with "The kid's guide to taming worry dragons".

ISBN

3213213213211

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 420 CLA 2022

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Author

Young, Catherine

Harrison, Freya (ill.)

Leschnikoff, Nancy (ill.)

Fox, Christyan (ill.)

Jeffries, Stephanie (designer)

Editor

Brooks, Felicity

Place of Publication

London, UK

Publisher

Usborne Publishing

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Softcover; 223 pages

Subject

Promoting Health/Preventing Disease

Abstract

Written in an approachable, engaging style, this book takes a detailed and sometimes humorous look at how to have a healthy, happy lifestyle. Readers are given advice about healthy eating and exercise; managing the pressures of the teenage years; how to get enough sleep, navigate friendships and relationships, and look after their mental health. The overall aim of the book is to encourage achievable, positive lifestyle changes. All information is based on current thinking, recommendations and guidelines. Quick links take readers to further sources of information and advice if needed.

Part of the Live-5-2-1-0 collection.

ISBN

9781474982757

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR BA 100 YOU 2020

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