*From Cathy Malchiodi, whose top-selling books have international appeal. *Growing research demonstrates that art therapy can help patients cope with physical symptoms, reduce stress, and improve quality of life. *Addresses an array of medical problems in children and adults, such as asthma, epilepsy, cancer, HIV, and Alzheimer's disease. *Practical: includes detailed cases and sample artwork. *Much-needed resource for art therapists, counselors, psychiatric nurses, and others working in health care settings.