International Perspectives on Reminiscence, Life Review and Life Story Work

By: Faith Gibson and Barbara Haight and Thomas W. Pierce and Ann N. Elliott and Bob Woods and Peter G. Coleman and Christine Ivani-Chalian and Maureen Robinson and Robyn Fivush and Jordan Booker and TsuAnn Kuo and Elizabeth MacKinlay and Emily Mroz and Susan Bluck and Cheryl Svensson and Brian De Vries and Jeffrey D. Webster and Christine Bryden and Philippe Cappeliez and Kate De Medeiros and Sara Stemen and Marian Ferguson and Geraldine Gallagher and Pam Schweitzer and Juliette Shellman and Julia McNeil and Gerben J. Westerhof and Mary O'Brien Tyrrell and Assumpta A. Ryan and Loriena Yancura and Esther Gieschen

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Synopsis: Examining recent research and practice on reminiscence, life review and life story work, this book offers critical accounts of the rapidly growing and extensive global literature, and highlights the continuing relevance and effectiveness of these therapeutic methods.The book includes examples of international practical projects, involving people of all ages, life circumstances, and levels of physical and cognitive functioning. Contributions from contemporary practitioners and researchers give a nuanced appraisal of the methods of engagement and creativity arising from the purposeful recall of our personal pasts. Chapters include reviews of technology, ethical issues including end of life care, working with people with mental health conditions, and working with people with dementia.