Lynch Coatimundi learns to use his imagination to reduce his pain and fear as he faces death. Milton Cheetah learns to manage his anger over his keepers' neglect and abuse. Written by a nurse
practitioner for pediatric health and medical professionals trained in hypnotherapy and child development, this therapy guide and collection of children's stories uses metaphorical stories to
address anxiety, habit disorders, pain management and other applications of hypnosis such as asthma, diabetes and preparation for surgery. The clinical section describes the basics of this
approach and includes a guide to the applications of the 32 stories. The stories include illustrations and cues for adults to use to emphasize key words. Some parents or legal guardians will
not agree with the opinions expressed in the stories. Perhaps a subsequent edition will address this issue. Annotation 穢2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
