Charles C. Bullock
Contributor
Website : SAGE Publications
Charles C. Bullock is Dean of the College of Applied Sciences and Arts at San Jose State University. He contributed an article on “Recreation Therapy” to SAGE Publications’ Encyclopedia of Disability (2006), and a version of this article was used for his Britannica entry on this topic.
Primary Contributions (1)
Recreation therapy, use of recreation by qualified professionals (recreation therapists) to promote independent functioning and to enhance the health and well-being of people with illnesses and disabling conditions. Recreation therapy often occurs in hospitals and other treatment facilities and is…
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Publications (2)
Introduction to Recreation Services for People with Disabilities A Person-centered Approach (2010)
Ultimately, all successful recreation programs centre around its participants wants and needs. Serving people with disabilities are no exception. Introduction to Recreation Services for People with Disabilities is intended to be an introductory book for anyone planning or working in the parks, recreation, and the leisure service industry. Through real-life experiences, wisdom gathered from students in the classroom, and thought provoking conversations with colleagues, the authors are able to blend...
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Encyclopedia of Disability (2006)
SAGE Reference is proud to announce the five-volume Encyclopedia of Disability. This encyclopedia represents the first attempt to bring an authoritative reference resource to the many faces of disability. More than 500 world-renowned scholars have written over 1,000 entries —in a clear, accessible style—with the desire to bring all students, researchers, and interested readers closer to the daily experience of disability. Volumes 1 - 4 cover disability A to Z, including a reader's guide, comprehensive...
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