Dawn Freshwater Livres

Focusing on the therapeutic relationship and individual psyche, this volume explores the intricate interplay of emotions and needs within psychotherapy. It emphasizes emotional patterns rather than traditional classifications of therapeutic modalities, integrating diverse schools of thought into contemporary models. Through clinical vignettes, the authors illustrate how understanding patients' needs and emotions enhances therapeutic engagement. This work enriches the knowledge base in psychotherapy, making it essential reading for students and professionals in related fields.

By employing deconstructive analysis, this book offers a fundamental exploration of evidence-based practice, enabling readers to gain clarity on its principles. Through various case studies, the authors illustrate its application across different clinical settings. The text is organized into three parts, featuring a detailed examination of essential literature on evidence-based practice while integrating modern themes in healthcare research. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of how evidence-based methods can be effectively utilized in practice.

Challenging conventional research methodologies in healthcare, this book offers an alternative perspective by addressing the restrictive epistemological and ontological assumptions prevalent in the field. It emphasizes the importance of practitioner research, advocating for a more inclusive and reflective approach to understanding and improving healthcare practices.

This book examines the factors contributing to the transformation of the university from the site of culture and knowledge to what might be termed an 'information factory', and explores how members of the academic community might continue to 'dwell in the ruins of the university' in a productive and authentic way.