Description: The Interpersonal Neurobiology of PlayBrain-Building Interventions for Emotional Well-Being Author(s): Theresa A. Kestly Format: Hardback Publisher: WW Norton & Co, United States Imprint: WW Norton & Co ISBN-13: 9780393707496, 978-0393707496 Synopsis The mental health field has seen a significant shift in the past decade toward including a neuroscience perspective when designing clinical interventions. However, for many play therapists it has been challenging to apply this information in the context of play therapy. Here, Theresa Kestly teaches therapists how to understand the neurobiology of play experiences so the undeniable benefits of play therapy can be exploited to their fullest. At last, clinical readers have a book that takes seriously the importance of play and brings a scientific eye to this most important aspect of life. Drawing on concepts of interpersonal neurobiology, the benefits of play interventions to achieve attunement, neural integration, healthy attachment, and the development of resilience and well-being become clear. The book is organized into three parts. The first part lays a conceptual foundation for considering play in relation to the neurobiology of the developing brain and mind. The next part explores specific topics about play including the therapeutic playroom, the collaborative relationship between therapist and clients, storytelling, and mindfulness. The last part of the book asks questions about the state of play in our families, clinics, and schools. How did we get to a place where play has been so devalued, and what can we do about it? Now that we know how important play is across the lifespan from a scientific standpoint, what can we do to fully integrate it into our lives? After reading this book, clinicians, teachers, and even parents will understand why play helps children (and adults) heal from painful experiences, while developing self-regulation and empathy. The clinical examples in the book show just how powerful the mind is in its natural push toward wholeness and integration.
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Book Title: The Interpersonal Neurobiology of Play
Number of Pages: 240 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: The Interpersonal Neurobiology of Play: Brain-Building Interventions for Emotional Well-Being
Publisher: WW Norton & Co
Publication Year: 2014
Item Height: 244 mm
Item Weight: 550 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Theresa A. Kestly
Subject Area: Developmental Psychology, Clinical Psychology
Item Width: 163 mm
Format: Hardcover
