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ISBN 10: 1492550442
ISBN 13: 9781492550440
Author: Terry Long

Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation

Through Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation, students will be able to achieve these objectives:-Gain a 21st-century vision of the profession provided by leading thinkers in the field-Learn the attributes and skills they need in order to thrive in various career paths in the profession-Interact through the text, technology, and media responses to more thoroughly understand the field and professionFoundations of Therapeutic Recreation provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to the profession. The book draws on the combined wisdom, experience, and technical expertise of 23 professors and leaders in the field. From these contributors, readers gain access to diverse perceptions, philosophies, and practices for therapeutic recreation in the 21st century. The book showcases how the profession addresses various clients’ needs throughout the life span through therapeutic programs, modalities, and activities. It also-presents a wide range of applications, allowing readers to explore their personal and professional options;-provides insight into the basic knowledge, attributes, and skills students need in order to thrive in the field; and-delineates career paths in the profession and how a therapeutic recreation specialist works with various populations.Edited by Dr. Terry Robertson and Dr. Terry Long, Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation has a comprehensive vision. The contributors present the broad scope of therapeutic recreation as research and practice across a diverse demographic of clients and consumers. The contributing authors explore various perspectives on therapeutic recreation and present standards and certification information that prepare students for the profession.Part I defines therapeutic recreation as a profession and provides an overview of its history and of the professional opportunities available. Part I also explores the profession’s person-first philosophy and outlines the therapeutic recreation process as well as its models and modalities of practice and its allied professions. Part II delves into trends and issues, looking at demographics, economics, politics, and legislation as they affect the profession. It details international issues and paradoxes and concludes with future perspectives. Part III examines mechanisms for intervention from a number of perspectives, including orthopedic and neurological impairment, developmental disabilities, mental health, youth development, aging, and wellness. Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation contains chapter discussion questions to expand students’ learning as well as Outstanding Professionals and Client Portraits sections to help students gain insight into various career paths. The book is accompanied by an instructor guide, PowerPoint presentations, and a test package available via the text’s Web site to support the classroom instruction and enhance learning. The entire package gives students a solid grounding in the profession as it is today and a clear understanding of where the profession is headed tomorrow.

 Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation 2nd Table of contents:

Part I: Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation

1. Considering Therapeutic Recreation as Your Profession

What Is Therapeutic Recreation?

A Diverse Profession

Choosing a Profession

Summary

Discussion Questions

2. History of Therapeutic Recreation

Importance of History

Origins of the Profession (Late 1700s to Mid-1900s)

Philosophical Battles in Therapeutic Recreation (1945-1965)

The Utopian Years of Therapeutic Recreation (1966-1984)

The Fragmentation Years of Therapeutic Recreation (1985-2000)

Therapeutic Recreation in the 21st Century

Summary

Discussion Questions

3. Professional Opportunities in Therapeutic Recreation

Characteristics of a Profession

Professional Preparation in Therapeutic Recreation

Professional Organizations

Professional Networking

Summary

Discussion Questions

4. Person-First Philosophy in Therapeutic Recreation

Who Is the Person With a Disability?

Person-First Philosophy

Using Person-First Philosophy

Attitudes Toward People With Disabilities

Service Delivery

Summary

Discussion Questions

5. Models and Modalities of Practice

Therapeutic Recreation Practice Models

Broader Models of Practice

Therapeutic Recreation Treatment Modalities

Summary

Discussion Questions

Part II: Potential Areas of Practice

6. The Therapeutic Recreation Process

Assessment

Planning

Implementation

Evaluation

Summary

Discussion Questions

7. Therapeutic Recreation and Mental Health

Components of a Healthy Mind

What Is a Mental Disorder?

Role of Therapeutic Recreation in Treating Mental Disorders

Levels of Care in Mental Health

Diagnostic Categories

Theoretical Considerations

Positive Psychology and Related Paradigms

Mental Health and Secondary Disabilities

Common Therapeutic Recreation Modalities for Mental Health

Summary

Discussion Questions

8. Therapeutic Recreation and Developmental Disabilities

What Are Developmental Disabilities?

Practice Settings

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Sensory-Related Developmental Disabilities

Metabolic Disabilities

Degenerative Disabilities

Best Practices

Summary

Discussion Questions

9. Therapeutic Recreation and Physical Rehabilitation

Common Diagnostic Groups in Rehabilitation

Common Therapeutic Recreation Modalities in Rehabilitation

Best Practices

Summary

Discussion Questions

10. Youth Development and Therapeutic Recreation

Positive Youth Development

Challenges to Positive Development

Theories That Guide Therapeutic Recreation Practice

Prevention, Intervention, and the Therapeutic Process: APIED

Settings and Opportunities

Modalities for Youth Development

Summary

Discussion Questions

11. Therapeutic Recreation and Senior Populations

The Aging Population

Career Opportunities With Seniors

Theories of Successful Aging

Common Modalities

Dementia Frameworks

Summary

Discussion Questions

12. A Global Perspective of Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Recreation in Canada

Therapeutic Recreation in South Korea

Therapeutic Recreation in Japan

Therapeutic Recreation in Australia

Summary

Discussion Questions

13. Envisioning the Future: Therapeutic Recreation as a Profession

Embracing Our History

The Emergence of a Global Society

The Future of Therapeutic Recreation as a Profession

Worldviews: Finding the Optimal Perspective

Summary

Discussion Questions

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