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This international collection examines the opportunities for using music-induced states of altered consciousness to promote physical and mental healing, treat substance dependence, and in spiritual and palliative care. more »
2005, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-373-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: anthropology, mental health, music therapy, palliative care, psychotherapy
Written in an accessible and jargon-free way, this original approach to working with women who have bulimia nervosa is based on research showing that bulimia nervosa involves interpersonal, social and societal factors as well as the cognitive, developmental and behavioural aspects that have been the focus of much professional intervention to date. Carole Kayrooz shows how people seeking to... more »
2001, Paperback: £19.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-918-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp
Keywords: anthropology, bulimia, counselling, eating disorders, mental health
'This account of Middle Eastern creation myths is a very detailed in its geographical and historical focus, and impressively wide-ranging in its scope... the painstaking research and critical insight make this a very valuable contribution to the subject.' more »
2000, Paperback: £27.99/ $44.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-681-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp
Keywords: anthropology, spirituality, theology
`There are many insights and nuggets of value in this collection. Maurice Lipsedge reminds us how badly psychiatry needs anthropology's insights.This book should contribute to the ongoing dialogue between the two fields.' - The Journal of the Royal Antropological Institute more »
2000, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-708-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 304pp
Keywords: anthropology, mental health, psychiatry
'To be in the wrong rhythm is to be out of kilter. To be in the right rhythm is to be part of - entrained with - something greater than oneself. And to be self-aware of the effectiveness and possibilities of timing is to permit innovation, creativity, and individuality. more »
1999, Paperback: £27.99/ $44.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-548-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 288pp
Keywords: anthropology, dance and movement therapy, dramatherapy, theatre
The concept of psychological mindedness is used to describe a person's ability to perceive relationships among thoughts, emotions and actions, in order to learn the meanings and causes of his or her behaviour. Psychological mindedness is clinically important because it influences the efficacy of psychotherapy. Individuals who have difficulty symbolizing and resolving emotional conflict, and... more »
1998, Paperback: £25.00/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-656-0, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 144pp
Keywords: anthropology, art therapy, emotions, psychology
This comprehensive exploration of Bulgarian traditions, beliefs and lifestyles provides a wealth of information available for the first time in English, in one volume. Folk customs sustain a community and promote the welfare of the individual within it, and in Bulgarian these customs have for centuries fulfilled many social and personal needs, strengthening the family, comforting the... more »
1998, Paperback: £29.99/ $47.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-486-3, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 264pp
Keyword: anthropology
Ancient peoples articulated and made sense of their lives through the powerful world of symbol, and Christianity absorbed such symbols as blood, corn, fire and water, adding new dimensions of meaning to each one. more »
1997, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-179-4, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp
Keyword: anthropology
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