Counseling the Older Adult A Training Manual in Clinical Gerontology

Name: Counseling the Older Adult A Training Manual in Clinical Gerontology
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ISBN: 9780787939410

ISBN-10: 0787939412

ISBN-13: 9780787939410

Edition: 2nd 1997 (Revised)

Authors: Patricia Alpaugh McDonald, Margaret Haney

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An invaluable, step-by-step guide for understanding the basic problems and concerns of the growing population of adults over the age of 65. Based on years of clinical research and testing, this book provides a thorough review of critical information on older adults, the aging process, and mental health issues. Organized into a useful workbook format, the book is filled with brief lectures, quizzes, exercises, and sample forms. These training materials are designed to help counselors build the interpersonal skills needed to provide aid and comfort for senior citizens requiring psychological services.

Book details

List price: $55.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 1997
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 10/15/1997
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 212
Size: 8.44" wide x 10.93" long x 0.60" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English




The Basic Model



AttAnding to Feelings



AttAnding to Content and Feelings



Understanding Nonverbal Communication



Understanding Counselor Responses



Responding to Your Client



Introducing the Nine-Step Counseling Model



Setting Counseling Goals



Exploring Alternatives



Providing Closure



Practicum



Beyond the Basics



Affective Disorders



Depression: Alternative Interventions



Case Studies on Depression



Case Studies on Adjustment Reactions



The Problem of Addiction



Alcoholism: A Family Disease



Jung and Clinical Gerontology



Training, Supervising, and Implementing Programs: A Manual for Trainers



General Introduction to the Program



Introduction to Using Training Materials



Supervision Model



Providing Mental Health Services in the Community



Answers to Selected Quizzes and Review Exercises



Forms and Interview Guide