Download or read book Anxiety and Outdoor Adventure written by Ben F. Tholkes and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book An Instrument to Measure Perceived Anxiety in a Resident Outdoor Adventure Education Setting written by Thomas James Quinn and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Outdoor Therapies written by Nevin J. Harper and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on the leading voices of international researchers and practitioners, Outdoor Therapies provides readers with an overview of practices for the helping professions. Sharing outdoor approaches ranging from garden therapy to wilderness therapy and from equine-assisted therapy to surf therapy, Harper and Dobud have drawn common threads from therapeutic practices that integrate connection with nature and experiential activity to redefine the "person-in-environment" approach to human health and well-being. Readers will learn about the benefits and advantages of helping clients get the treatment, service, and care they need outside of conventional, office-based therapies. Providing readers with a range of approaches that can be utilized across a variety of practice settings and populations, this book is essential reading for students, practitioners, theorists, and researchers in counseling, social work, youth work, occupational therapy, and psychology.
Download or read book Outdoor Adventure Education written by Alan W. Ewert and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2014-01-08 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Outdoor Adventure Education: Foundations, Theories, Models, and Research steeps students in the theories, concepts, and developments of outdoor adventure education, preparing them for careers in this burgeoning field. This text is based on author Alan W. Ewert’s pioneering book Outdoor Adventure Pursuits: Foundations, Models, and Theories. Ewert and Sibthorp, both experienced practitioners, researchers, and educators, explore the outdoor adventure field today in relation to the changes that have occurred since Ewert’s first book. The authors present a comprehensive text on outdoor and adventure foundations, theories, and research that will provide the basis for the next generation of professionals.
Download or read book Adventure Therapy written by Michael A. Gass and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adventure therapy is a growing segment of working with mental health clients in a variety of settings. The theory, techniques, research, and case studies illustrated in 'Adventure Therapy' present the cutting edge of this particular field.
Download or read book Adventurous Learning written by Simon Beames and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-01-22 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adventurous Learning interrogates the word ‘adventure’ and explores how elements of authenticity, agency, uncertainty and mastery can be incorporated into educational practices. It outlines key elements for a pedagogy of adventurous learning and provides guidelines grounded in accessible theory. Teachers of all kinds can adapt these guidelines for indoor and outdoor teaching in their own culturally specific, place-responsive contexts, without any requirement to learn a new program or buy an educational gimmick. As forces of standardization and regulation continue to pervade educational systems across the globe, both teaching and learning have been starved of creativity, choice and ‘real world’ relevance. Many teachers are keen to improve their practice yet feel constrained by the institutional structures within which they work. By carefully examining adventure and its role in education, teachers can become better able to design and deliver engaging programmes that are underpinned by sound pedagogical principles, and which have deep and enduring meaning for their students.
Download or read book The Effects of Initiative Games on the Anxiety and Cohesion Levels of First Time Participants in Outdoor Adventure Activities written by Abbie Kathleen Leopold and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The purpose of this study was three fold. First, the researcher explored the effect initiative games had on first time participants' cognitive and somatic levels prior to outdoor adventure activities. Second, the researcher attempted to determine if there was a direct link between initiative games and group cohesion. Finally, this investigation examined the relationship between cohesion and both somatic and cognitive anxiety. Data was collected utilizing the Competitive State Anxiety Inventory -2 (CSAI-2) and the Group Environment Questionnaire (GEQ) on a pre- test and post-test basis for anxiety and cohesion measures. Analysis of the data, using a dependent t-test, revealed significant differences in all anxiety measures and no significant differences in any cohesion measures. Significant decreases in cognitive anxiety and somatic anxiety and increases in self-confidence at the .05 level were apparent upon pre-test and post-test comparison. Further research is needed to increase the database and to gain better knowledge of the effects of initiative games"--Document.
Download or read book Last Child in the Woods written by Richard Louv and published by Algonquin Books. This book was released on 2008-04-22 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Book That Launched an International Movement Fans of The Anxious Generation will adore Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv's groundbreaking New York Times bestseller. “An absolute must-read for parents.” —The Boston Globe “It rivals Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring.” —The Cincinnati Enquirer “I like to play indoors better ’cause that’s where all the electrical outlets are,” reports a fourth grader. But it’s not only computers, television, and video games that are keeping kids inside. It’s also their parents’ fears of traffic, strangers, Lyme disease, and West Nile virus; their schools’ emphasis on more and more homework; their structured schedules; and their lack of access to natural areas. Local governments, neighborhood associations, and even organizations devoted to the outdoors are placing legal and regulatory constraints on many wild spaces, sometimes making natural play a crime. As children’s connections to nature diminish and the social, psychological, and spiritual implications become apparent, new research shows that nature can offer powerful therapy for such maladies as depression, obesity, and attention deficit disorder. Environment-based education dramatically improves standardized test scores and grade-point averages and develops skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making. Anecdotal evidence strongly suggests that childhood experiences in nature stimulate creativity. In Last Child in the Woods, Louv talks with parents, children, teachers, scientists, religious leaders, child-development researchers, and environmentalists who recognize the threat and offer solutions. Louv shows us an alternative future, one in which parents help their kids experience the natural world more deeply—and find the joy of family connectedness in the process. Included in this edition: A Field Guide with 100 Practical Actions We Can Take Discussion Points for Book Groups, Classrooms, and Communities Additional Notes by the Author New and Updated Research from the U.S. and Abroad
Download or read book Adventure Programming written by John C. Miles and published by Venture Publishing (PA). This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book looks at all aspects of adventure programming. As the editors admit, "adventure programming is the deliberate use of adventurous experiences to create learning in individuals and groups, that results in change for society and communities." - page XIII.
Download or read book Wilderness Therapy for Women written by Ellen Cole and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wilderness Therapy for Women offers women risktaking adventure activities in the outdoors as an alternative to traditional therapy. The contributing authors illustrate the empowerment, confidence, and self-esteem women can derive from adventure and experiential activities. This is the first book of its kind devoted to the symbolic value of wilderness accomplishments to women's mental health. Wilderness Therapy for Women unites women with nature and each other by lifting the social constraints surrounding women in adventure pursuits. It offers women a new method of healing while developing an appreciation for the uniqueness of the environment. Daring experiences in the outdoors rekindles a sense of strength and a respect for the provider of that strength. A therapeutic experience from the outdoors provides women with an awareness of their capabilities to strengthen and preserve themselves and their surroundings. This book is divided into four parts: Theoretical Perspectives, Wilderness Therapy in Action, Special Populations, and Personal Narratives. Readers will find many topics of interest including: Body image and wilderness therapy The therapeutic value of the wilderness Ethical considerations of experiential therapy Ropes courses for women All-women's river trips Special populations: rape and incest survivors, welfare mothers, and mid-life women. Intended as a guide book, Wilderness Therapy for Women is ideal for mental health professionals who are either practicing wilderness therapy or merely inquisitive about it. Outfitters and professional outdoor leaders will benefit from chapters on theory, applications, and special populations. Outdoor program administrators and educators who must remain on the cutting edge of their industry will also profit from this book.
Download or read book Tina Vindum s Outdoor Fitness written by Tina Vindum and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2009-04-14 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Maui to Manhattan's Central Park, Tina Vindum has revolutionized the way people around the world are getting in shape.
Download or read book Outdoor Adventures for Every Season written by Elizabeth Jimenez and published by Elizabeth Jimenez. This book was released on with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Outdoor Adventures for Every Season" is a comprehensive guidebook that invites adventurers to explore nature's wonders year-round. From the vibrant blooms of spring to the frosty landscapes of winter, this book offers inspiration, tips, and techniques for embracing the beauty and challenges of each season. Whether you're hiking through colorful forests, kayaking along tranquil rivers, or snowshoeing across pristine landscapes, there's an adventure waiting for you in every season. Discover the joys of outdoor exploration and unlock the magic of nature's ever-changing tapestry with "Outdoor Adventures for Every Season."
Download or read book The Outdoor Facilitator s Handbook written by Curt Davidson and published by Go for Broke Publications. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Outdoor Facilitator's Handbook is an essential resource for any person using facilitation techniques in the outdoors. This handbook offers facilitators an innovative new framework for making lasting impacts on students' lives. New facilitators will find it instructive for learning effective techniques while leading groups for two hours or two months. Veteran facilitators will discover fresh ideas while enhancing their individual style. This book is a must-have resource on a ropes course, in the wilderness, or any place outdoor educators and instructors are in need of facilitation techniques.
Download or read book The Nature Fix Why Nature Makes Us Happier Healthier and More Creative written by Florence Williams and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2017-02-07 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Highly informative and remarkably entertaining." —Elle From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature’s positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas—and the answers they yield—are more urgent than ever.
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Download or read book Stories from the Field written by Will White and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-15 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wilderness therapy for "wayward teens" has been in existence, in some form, for over a hundred and thirty years but until now, no comprehensive history existed of the many influences that shaped its evolution. Following up on his doctoral dissertation, Will White looks back and constructs a thorough history from 1860-1988, opening Stories from the Field with the 19th century character camps of New England and progressing over the decades, with the invitation to young women and eventually, adolescents in need of therapeutic help. Will first assimilates the emergent influences of the prevailing social theory, regarding the hazards of leisure in the burgeoning upper class of America, the iconography of outdoor adventures and a few philanthropic visionaries. In this way, Stories from the Field expands the staid history of dates and names, breathing life into the characters and context of old. Will condenses the disparate trends of a century of experimentation into a cogent framework of what is now loosely called "wilderness therapy." Atop this rich chronicle of the previously unsung originators, Will then invited recent game-changers to add to the communal story, providing their enhancements and visions to the account of the continuously evolving treatment model of "outdoor behavioral healthcare." The other pages hold contemporary Stories from the Field, providing narrative accounts from founders and/or leaders of wilderness therapy organizations developed since 1988 and which provide treatment for families today. These authors have contributed their company stories to help illuminate the diversity and intentions of the present field, confirm the validity and attention that supports the work, and knowing full-well that this inspires tomorrow's innovators to climb higher and doing even better work for the families we serve.
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