Educational DVDs
These DVD’s have been created, authored and read by Dr. Linda Levine Madori, a Fulbright Scholar, international educator, professor and researcher in the area of gerontology. Current topics discussed in great detail through colorful Power Point presentations on these DVD’s represent the cutting edge of research regarding the mind-body connection and the powerful effects that the arts, activities, meditation, stress and relaxation have on the aging body on all individuals, those well and those with some forms of cognitive impairments.
Each DVD is more than an hour long and is eligible for continuing educational credits from the New York State Parks and Recreation Organization. These DVD's combine the latest neuropsychological research and information. Each of these lectures has been given publically through national organizations, including The American Society on Aging, The American Art Therapy Association, The National Therapeutic Recreation Association, and The American Therapeutic Recreation Association.
Available in both English and Spanish
Meditation and Guided Imagery in Skilled Nursing Facilities
This one hour and 9 minute educational lecture explores the Theory of Object Relations and further clarifies how objects in our daily lives such as sea shells, toys, cups, and photographs can be utilized in therapeutic programming for individuals in any stage of life and for those individuals currently living in Skilled Nursing Facilities.
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Art Therapy and the TTAP Method© utilized with the Alzheimer’s Population
This one hour and 12 minute educational lecture discusses in detail Therapeutic Thematic Arts Programming (TTAP Method©) and how it is specifically designed and utilized for the Alzheimer’s population. This innovative multi-modal approach was developed out of the recent neuroscience research regarding the brain, its functioning and how Art Therapy programming can best meet the needs of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease during all stages of the disease process.
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The TTAP Method© with the Well Elderly
This one hour and 16 minute educational lecture describes current trends in the aging population across the United States. The baby boomers, estimated to be as large as 78,000 are expected to hit the mean age of 65 years old by 2010, thus becoming the largest senior citizen cohort to date in the United States. This new face of “old” is detailed through photographs of community art programs and senior centers, dispelling previously perceived notions of aging.
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Art Therapy and the Subconscious
This one hour and 15 minute educational lecture and PowerPoint explores the topic of Art Therapy and the Subconscious. An in-depth discussion of how individuals (laypersons), therapists, and the healthcare provider can utilize simple art therapy techniques, thus providing “windows” into the inner world of any individual, is presented. This DVD can be utilized with any population, including children, adolescents, adults, individuals in skilled nursing care and those individuals afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease.
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The Brain, its Function and the Power of Activities
This one hour and 14 minute educational lecture and PowerPoint details the functions of specific brain regions in an easy to understand format. A discussion of the responsibilities and characteristics of the right and left brain will be analyzed from a neuroscience perspective and then correlated to the power that the creative arts have on brain stimulation.
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Guided Imagery and Visualization to Control Stress
Living in the 21st century can be stressful on any individual, and research shows that caregivers and care providers have a high incidence of recognized levels of stress. Balancing the responsibilities of home life, work, children or parents is especially challenging and often leads to insurmountable daily stress. This one hour and 21 minute lecture discusses concrete tools that laypersons and caregivers alike can utilize on a daily basis to combat fatigue and stress. This DVD includes descriptive step-by-step relaxation techniques, meditation exercises and a guided imagery experiential.
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The Book
Therapeutic Thematic Arts Programming for Older Adults
This innovative book is a 9-step methodology to actively engage older adults and help preserve their cognitive functioning using this innovative, integrative approach to therapeutic art.