Author

Bar-Halpern, Miri

Laitem, Magali (ill.)

Publisher

Childswork Childsplay

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

Softcover; 38 pages

Subject

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Trauma Survivors

Trauma

Abstract

Becoming A Superhero provides young children specific coping skills that will build their sense of resiliency and reduce PTSD symptoms. This book can be used both as prevention and intervention when working with children who have experienced a traumatic event. Becoming A Superhero is based on proven, research based techniques such as psychoeducation about trauma and emotion identification, the development of coping skills and affect regulation, and mindfulness activities. These components are based on cognitive and behavioral interventions such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TARGET-Trauma, and Affect Regulation, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Becoming A Superhero includes bibliotherapy techniques that have been identified by research to help the book be more attractive and useful to children. A separate chapter provides methods of adapting this book to the child?s developmental level and alternative skill-building activities. Becoming A Superhero is an excellent way to open a discussion between the therapist, the parent, and the child.

ISBN

9781588152008

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 720 BAR 2017

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Author

Lesser, Elizabeth

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Villard Books

Publication Date

2005

Physical Description

Softcover; 311 pages

Subject

Emotional Health

Stress

Stress Reduction

Stress Reduction Techniques

Abstract

In the more than twenty-five years since she co-founded Omega Institute - now the world's largest center for spiritual retreat and personal growth -Elizabeth Lesser has been an intimate witness to the ways in which people weather change and transition. In a beautifully crafted blend of moving stories, humorous insights, practical guidance, and personal memoir, she offers tools to help us make the choice we all face in times of challenge: Will we be broken down and defeated, or broken open and transformed? Lesser shares tales of ordinary people who have risen from the ashes of illness, divorce, loss of a job or a loved one - stronger, wiser, and more in touch with their purpose and passion. And she draws on the world's great spiritual and psychological traditions to support us as we too learn to break open and blossom into who we were meant to be.

Notes

Recommended by CCDP

ISBN

9780375759918

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CA 200 LES 2004

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Author

Hughes, Daniel A.

Edition

Third edition

Place of Publication

Lanham, MD

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

Softcover; 294 pages

Subject

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Other Trauma- & Stressor-related Disorders

Trauma Survivors

Trauma

Child Abuse

Abstract

A highly accessible resource for students and professionals as well as parents, Building the Bonds of Attachment presents a composite case study of one child?s developmental course following years of abuse and neglect. Weaving theory and research into a powerful narrative, Hughes offers effective methods for facilitating attachment in children who have experienced serious trauma. The text emphasizes both the specialized psychotherapy and parenting strategies often necessary in facilitating a child's psychological development and attachment security. Hughes steps through an integrated intervention model that blends attachment and trauma theories with the most current research as well as general principles of both parenting and child and family therapy. Thoughtful and practical, the third edition provides an invaluable guide for therapists and social workers, students in training, and parents.

ISBN

9781442274136

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 720 HUG 2018

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Author

Kambolis, Michele

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

LifeTree Media

Publication Date

2014

Subject

Stress

Children Mental Health

Children's Anxiety

Abstract

Anxiety is rampant in society in general and among children in particular. Written by Registered Clinical Counselor and national parenting columnist Michele Kambolis, Generation Stressed explains the causes and effects of anxiety in children and equips concerned parents with an array of highly effective play-based tools with which to help their anxious child. Based on the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, this handbook is packed with original, engaging, and effective exercises developed by Kambolis to help parents alleviate the symptoms of anxiety in their children, bolstered by the power of parent-child attachment.

ISBN

9780993653001

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CB 100 KAM 2014

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Author

Telgemeier, Raina

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Graphix

Publication Date

2019

Physical Description

Paperback; graphic novel; 211p.

Subject

Anxiety

Stress

Children's Anxiety

Children's Emotions

Chronic Illness

Abstract

Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships.

ISBN

9780545852500

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 TEL 2019

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Author

Olson, Jennifer Gray

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications

Roaring Brook Press

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

[np]

Subject

Stress Reduction Techniques

Mindfulness

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Abstract

With clever, inventive art and universally relatable themes, A Little Space for Me by Jennifer Gray Olson is a heartwarming picture book about the importance of mindfulness, understanding, and finding a moment of peace within a big, busy world.

Sometimes, when it's too loud, too crowded, too messy, too smelly, or for no reason at all, you might just need a little bit of space to feel like yourself again.

Ages 3-8

Notes

Suitable for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD).

ISBN

9781250206268

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CB 500 OLS 2020

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Author

Stahl, Bob

Meleo-Meyer, Florence

Koerbel, Lynn

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications, Inc.

Publication Date

2014

Physical Description

Softcover ; xi, 172 p.

Subject

Mindfulness

Stress Reduction

Anxiety

Abstract

"If you have anxiety or suffer from panic attacks, little things like driving, being at a party where you don't know anyone, or even going to the grocery store can seem overwhelming. But these little things are a part of everyday life, and if you try to avoid them, you may end up feeling alienated, lonely, and unfulfilled. Furthermore, simply avoiding anxiety-causing situations will not help you to conquer your anxiety. If anything, it can make it worse! So how can you take control of your anxiety symptoms, once and for all? In The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook for Anxiety, three mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) experts provide mindfulness meditations and exercises to help sooth anxiety, understand common triggers, and live more fully in the moment. Developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, MBSR is a powerful, evidence-based treatment model that fuses mindfulness meditation and yoga, and has been proven effective in treating a wide range of chronic disorders and diseases. The mindfulness practices in MBSR help you to cultivate a greater awareness of the connection between your body and mind, and can help you identify and move past the toxic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that lie at the root of your anxiety.

If you are ready to take the first step toward managing your fears, anxiety, and worry, this book can help show you the way"--from the Publisher

ISBN

9781608829736

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 420 STA 2014

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Author

Vo, Dzung

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

Instant Help Books

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

Paperback, 230 pages

Subject

Stress Reduction Techniques

Stress Reduction

Stress

Relaxation

Abstract

Written by a BC Children's Hospital pediatrician specializing in teen and adolescent medicine, this book offers a breakthrough mindfulness program to help you deal with stress in healthy ways, improve communication, and reduce conflicts with family and friends.

ISBN

9781626250802

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH CB 500 DZU 2015

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Author

Igel, Julie

Lim, Pearly

Publisher

Three Hedgehog Press

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

[n.p.]

Subject

Nervous System/Nervous System Diseases-Children

Brain

Parenting

Stress Reduction

Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)

Abstract

Do you know a kid who hates to wear socks?Then you?ll love this book! Parents and kids with sensory challenges will enjoy reading this fun book together. You?ll recognize the struggle and appreciate the surprisingly simple solution.

ISBN

9781735589503

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 100.5 IGE 2021

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Author

Deshpande, Parijat

Place of Publication

Middletown, DE

Publisher

Self publishing

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

Softcover ; xxiv, 233 p.

Subject

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Complications

Stress Reduction Techniques

Mental Health

Abstract

An empowering approach to managing stress quickly and effectively during a high-risk pregnancy

.

Not enough women are told how profoundly stress impacts their pregnancy, especially if they are high-risk--but the truth is that stress, if left unmanaged, becomes a serious risk factor for pregnancy complications from preeclampsia and gestational diabetes to preterm labor and poor blood flow to the baby. In this cutting-edge resource--the first of its kind meant specifically for women with high-risk pregnancies--Parijat Deshpande explains why effective stress management is a critical component to prenatal care in order to manage and prevent pregnancy complications. Through peer-reviewed, evidence-based research, powerful true stories and Parijat's compelling personal journey through a very high-risk pregnancy, Pregnancy Brain presents a groundbreaking understanding of the effects of stress and stress management on pregnancy and fetal health and empowers women to take charge of their health and lower their risk of pregnancy complications and preterm birth.

In a refreshingly down-to-earth book, Pregnancy Brain shows:

* How mental and emotional stress translate into physiological changes during pregnancy predisposing you to pregnancy complications

*The power of a self-repair mechanism that's naturally built into your body can help manage and prevent pregnancy complications

*The difference between anxiety and fear and why that matters for pregnancy health

*How reshaping your relationship and experience of your body can turn off the stress response (which underlies pregnancy complications)

*How trusting the "early warning whispers" from your body can impact the course of your pregnancy

*How to build a rock-solid medical team that alleviates--instead of exacerbates--anxiety

By the end of of Pregnancy Brain, you'll find a radical new model for stress management for a healthy pregnancy. You'll understand how much power your body has to help you get through your high-risk pregnancy and how you can help your body stay pregnant as long as possible. Through gentle exercises and tools designed to swiftly manage your stress, Pregnancy Brain offers hope for creating miracles during a complicated pregnancy.

ISBN

9781732419704

1732419701

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GH 100 DES 2018

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Author

Raja, Sheela

Ashrafi, Jaya Raja

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

Instant Help Books

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

Paperback; [160p.]

Subject

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Trauma Survivors

Young Adult-Self Help

Young Adults-Mental Health. Psychology

Abstract

In this compassionate guide, you'll find skills based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you tackle anxiety and harmful avoidance behaviors; manage negative emotions; cope with flashbacks and nightmares; and develop trusting, healthy relationships, even if your trust in others has been shaken to the core. You'll also learn more about the diagnosis and symptoms of PTSD and understand what kind of help is available to you.

ISBN

9781626259904

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH CD 720 RAJ 2018

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Author

Shapiro, Lawrence E.

Sprague, Robin K.

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

New Harbinger Publications

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

Softcover; 130 p.

Subject

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Stress

Abstract

Children pay close attention to their parents' moods. When parents feel upset, their kids may become anxious, and when parents wind down, children also get the chance to relax. When you feel overwhelmed and stressed, it can be hard to help your child feel balanced. The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook for Kids , written by two child therapists, offers more than fifty activities you can do together as a family to help you and your child replace stressful and anxious feelings with feelings of optimism, confidence, and joy.

You'll learn proven relaxation techniques, including deep breathing, guided imagery, mindfulness, and yoga, and then receive guidance for teaching them to your child. Your child will also discover how taking time to do art and creative projects can create a sense of fulfillment and calm. By completing just one ten-minute activity from this workbook each day, you'll make relaxation a family habit that will stay with both you and your child for a lifetime.

ISBN

9781572245822

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

ELEM CD 420 SHA 2009

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Author

Shanker, Dr. Stuart

Place of Publication

Toronto, ON

Publisher

Penguin Canada

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

Softcover: 307 p.

Subject

Parenting

Stress Reduction Techniques

Emotional Health

Social Behaviour

Behaviour Therapy. Behaviour Modification

Abstract

The first parenting book to bring the science and psychology of children's behavior together to build brain/body awareness for self-regulation and success Self-Reg is a ground-breaking book that presents an entirely new understanding of your child's emotions and behavior that serves as a practical guide for parents to help their kids engage calmly and successfully in learning and life. Rooted in decades of clinical practice and research by leading child psychologist Dr. Stuart Shanker, Self-Reg realigns the power of the parent-child relationship for positive change. Self-regulation is the nervous system's way of responding to stress. We are seeing a generation of children and teens with excessively high levels of stress and, as a result, an explosion of emotional, social, learning, behavior, and physical health problems. But few parents recognize the "hidden stressors" that their children are struggling with: physiological as well as social and emotional. An entrenched view of child rearing is seeing our children as lacking self-control or will-power, but the real basis for these problems lies in excessive stress. Self-regulation can dramatically improve a child's mood, attention, and concentration. It can help children to feel empathy and to develop the sorts of virtues that every parent knows are vital for their child's long-term well-being. Self-regulation brings about profound and lasting transformation that continues to mature throughout life. Shanker translates decades of his findings from working with children into practical, prescriptive advice for parents, giving them concrete ways to develop their self-regulation skills and teach their children how to do the same for optimal learning, social, and emotional growth as well as for overall well-being.

ISBN

9780143191575

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CA 200 SHA 2017

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Author

Pearce, Colby

Edition

2nd edition

Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Publication Date

2017

Physical Description

Softcover; 160 pages

Subject

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Other Trauma- & Stressor-related Disorders

Abstract

Concise and easy-to-understand, this book provides an introduction to what attachment means and how to recognise attachment disorder in children.

Colby Pearce explains how complex problems in childhood may stem from the parent-child relationship during a child's early formative years, and later from the child's engagement with the broader social world. The book explores the mind-set of difficult and traumatised children and the motivations behind their complex tendencies and behaviours. It goes on to offer a comprehensive set of tried-and-tested practical strategies that can be used with children affected by an attachment disorder. This second edition has been updated to include the new DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Reactive Attachment Disorder and an increased number of illustrative case vignettes.

This is a perfect introduction to the subject for parents, carers and practitioners in supportive roles caring for children.

ISBN

9781785920585

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 720 PEA 2017

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Author

Romain, Trevor

Verdick, Elizabeth

Mark, Steve (illustrator)

Place of Publication

Minneapolis, MN

Publisher

Free Spirit Publishing Inc.

Publication Date

2018

Physical Description

Paperback; [97p.]

Series

Laugh and Learn

Subject

Children's Anxiety

Anxiety

Children's Emotions

Stress

Stress Reduction Techniques

Abstract

Stress can make you feel anxious, awful, and afraid. It can leave you jumpy and jittery, upset and uptight. When kids show signs of stress, they need stress management tools that work. With jokes, fun illustrations, and plenty of authentic examples, this book helps kids understand what stress is?and gives tons of tips to cope. Refreshed to address modern stressors like electronic devices and social media, this updated classic helps kids deal with stress like a seasoned panic mechanic.

ISBN

9781631982453

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 ROM 2018

Copies

Author

Biegel, Gina M.

Place of Publication

Oakland, CA

Publisher

Instant Help Books

Publication Date

2009

Physical Description

Paperback: 118 p.

Subject

Mind/Body

Meditation

Anxiety. Anxiety Disorders

Stress

Stress Reduction

Stress Reduction Techniques

Anxiety

Abstract

The Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens is a collection of 37 simple workbook activities that will teach you to reduce your worries using a technique called mindfulness.

ISBN

9781572246973

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

YOUTH EG 220 BIE 2009

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Author

Belknap, Martha

Place of Publication

Duluth, MN

Publisher

Whole Person Associates

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Paperback, 129 p. : ill.

Subject

Children's Anxiety

Stress

Anxiety

Abstract

This book includes tools for children to cope with stress in various areas of their lives:

On the playground with the school bully

At home with siblings

In the classroom with difficult tasks

After school with peer pressures

Easily adaptable to multiple scenarios, scripts and activities lead naturally to creative writing and/or art experiences.

ISBN

978-1-570252426

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CD 420 BEL 2006

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Author

Herman, Judith

Publisher

Basic Books

Publication Date

2015

Physical Description

Softcover; 326 pages

Subject

Trauma Survivors

Trauma

Sexual Assault

Sexual Assault-Coping

Abusive Relationships

Abusive Relationships-Coping

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Other Trauma- & Stressor-related Disorders

Abstract

Trauma and Recovery is revered as the seminal text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a broader political frame, Harvard psychiatrist Judith Herman argues that psychological trauma is inseparable from its social and political context. Drawing on her own research on incest, as well as a vast literature on combat veterans and victims of political terror, she shows surprising parallels between private horrors like child abuse and public horrors like war.

Hailed by the New York Times as "one of the most important psychiatry works to be published since Freud," Trauma and Recovery is essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand how we heal and are healed.

Notes

Recommended by CCDP.

ISBN

978-0465061716

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 710 HER 2015

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Author

Metatawabin, Edmund

Shimo, Alexandra

Place of Publication

[Toronto, ON]

Publisher

Vintage Canada

Publication Date

2014

Physical Description

Softcover; 352 p.

Subject

Aboriginal Health

Trauma Survivors

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Alcoholism Recovery

Abstract

A powerful, raw and eloquent memoir about the abuse former First Nations chief Edmund Metatawabin endured in residential school in the 1960s, the resulting trauma, and the spirit he rediscovered within himself and his community through traditional spirituality and knowledge. Foreword by Joseph Boyden.

ISBN

9780307399885

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

GN 400 MET 2014

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Author

Heegaard, Marge

Place of Publication

Bloomington, MN

Publisher

Woodland Press

Publication Date

1991

Physical Description

Softcover; 32 pages

Subject

Trauma Survivors

Trauma

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Grief. Bereavement

Abstract

Terrible things happen to children. Traumatic events in the lives of their families, their friends or in the world leave children feeling confused, insecure and frightened. Some things happen in nature like floods and earthquakes. People, also cause violence and trauma. This book is designed to help children understand and cope with overwhelming feelings from loss and change. Creating art provides a method for expressing feelings children are unable to understand or express verbally. Drawing a fearful event puts the drawer in charge and presents an opportunity to overcome feelings of helplessness and fear.

ISBN

9780962050237

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

CD 710 HEE 1991

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