Posted on February 26, 2008 by sjennings29
Psychiatrists urge people to consult their doctor before stopping antidepressants, 26th February 2008
Abstract: The Royal College of Psychiatrists has urged people taking antidepressants not to discontinue their medication without consulting a doctor.
NICE guidelines point to the efficacy of antidepressants as well as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)for people with moderate to [...]
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Posted on February 26, 2008 by sjennings29
Report of the Review of Arts and Health Working Group, April 2007, Department of Health
Thankyou to Sally Sampson, Drama Therapist, Lancaster for this recommendation an “inspirational read”
The report sets out the findings and recommendations of the Review of Arts and Health Working Group, which was set up by Harry Cayton, the National Director for [...]
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Posted on February 26, 2008 by sjennings29
Evidence Based Support for the Therapeutic Use of Music in Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy in Health Care, Volume 22, Number 1, 8 January 2008 , pp. 73-95(23)
Abstract: Music is a modality present in occupational therapy, yet little educational material about music exists within the field. This paper presents a myriad of possibilities for practitioners considering [...]
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