Children suffering from lack of nurturing touch show more aggression and violent behavior. SWEDISH CHILD MASSAGE has been proven a remedy.

A book about child massage, according to the widespread Swedish child massage system, has been translated and released by Swedish physical therapist Lena Jelveus. Jelveus says:"The skin hunger of today's western children is an unfed need leading to disharmony. Every responsible and loving adult need start using compassionate touch to calm the children. Also children ought to learn how to care for each other with friendly touch and massage. This might be our way to world peace."

September 7, 2004 -- An innovative new book has just arrived on the market that will educate parents, teachers, caregivers and every family member who is involved with a child how to safely massage the Swedish way to health, calm and comfort.

If todays society is overloaded with stress for adults, this can be true for children as well. Children need to be given an opportunity to replenish, relax and stay healthy. Child massage can provide just that. Studies show that aggressive child behavior may be alleviated with massage.

With crime and violence increasing daily in most countries, we should take note that violence is less prominent in countries where tactile interaction is practiced. In Sweden, where child massage is widely implemented, there is a conclusion that children who are massaged are less likely to harm others.

SWEDISH CHILD MASSAGE is a book that was written by physical therapist and international massage instructor Lena Jelveus, PT, LMT. A native of Finland, she has been active in the field of touch for two decades and is an authority and published author of several books on touch in Sweden.

In addition, she has been published in several articles in Swedish magazines and professional journals. In the states, her work can be read in the Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals newsletter Different Strokes.

This Los Angeles resident has created a unique and rare approach to massage techniques that can be used from infancy to school age. Compelled to share her knowledge in this area after a vision that came to her one night, Lena spent over a year on this project followed by a Swedish release in November 1998. It took another five years to compile the English edition for its recent American release.

SWEDISH CHILD MASSAGE is a handbook and can be easily read and understood by anyone interested in the practice. From where and when to how and whycovering every stage of a childs life. This includes the inventive buddy massage in daycare, pre-school and school fit for any classroom.

This family guide can be by phone at 818-817-0049.
Cost is $24.95.

SWEDISH CHILD MASSAGE will also be coming soon to Amazon.com and to bookstores near you.

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