Abstract This paper discusses arttherapy, an 'age-old' technique with a proven track-record of achievement. The author points out that Carl Jung and Dr. Natalie Rogers supported arttherapy as part of the healing process. The paper concludes by noting that the adaptable nature of arttherapy makes it applicable to a wide array of subjects and situations.
From the Paper "The use of art therapy techniques to assist those young people suffering from depression has gained a great deal of credibility in recent years as evidence has mounted of its efficacy. Simply stated, this paper will argue that art therapy can assist adolescents as readily as its assists the very young and its adaptability makes it excellent as a long-term means of treatment. By way of explanation, the paper will begin first by exploring a common and effective art therapy technique, outline in brief the positive attributes of art therapy as articulated by Carl Jung and Dr. Natalie Rogers, and finish by noting how the malleable, fluid nature of art therapy allows it to help more young people, more often. With that in mind, it is to an in-depth discussion of art therapy that this paper turns."
Abstract This paper explains that arttherapy is an emerging psychotherapeutic tool, which is highly beneficial to the ethnic client because culture differences can be safely explored, trust issues can be identified and restored, learning can occur, and adaptation can take a natural, progressive form. The author points out that, since arttherapy liberates, therapists employ arttherapy in ethnic client rehabilitation, including in prisons, to promote mental health and general well-being. The paper states that the research will use the House-tree-Person technique, in a case study modality, taking care not to overreach the analysis.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Background
ArtTherapy and Landmarks
ArtTherapy and the Ethnic Criminal Offender
Fresh Forms of ArtTherapy Statement of the Problem, Purpose, and Significance
Expectations and Anticipations Concerning
Results and Their Usefulness
Research Question
Limitations and Delimitations
Overview of Procedures
Terms
ArtTherapy Psychotherapy
Anticipated Procedures for Study Verification
Methodology
Plan for Data Analysis
Outline for the Study's Overall Structure
Closing Summary
From the Paper "Culture then, teaches one how to live - our spiritual rosetta stone, acceptable behavior in differing situations, and how to propagate the culture to ensure its survival. Culture often directs the value systems, norms, relationships, quest for life's meaning, definition of eternity, and ultimate destination. This is often seen in the clinically depressed or hopeless patient; a return to their 'norm' - their traditions - brings a sense of connectedness, a pervasive peace upon arrival."
Abstract This research paper discusses arttherapy in a well-rounded explanation of the nature of this form of treatment, its usefulness, history, and how important it is considered to be. It looks at how it has been found that arttherapy is useful in a variety of physical and mental health conditions. It also examines how the therapists are all professionally trained and how the client is facilitated to explore his innermost thoughts with this form of therapy.
From the Paper "Art therapy can relieve addicts of their afflictions. I shall discuss art therapy the most here out of all creative arts therapies because this is the form of therapy I am most suited to and comfortable about. All my life I have held interest in the visual arts very much so in painting. This is my preferred genre of creative art therapy. Why? it is rather accessible if we look at it as a field that allows free membership. Anybody can paint even if he is not trained for the job. And art therapy is not done on a novice basis alone. Skilled therapists deal with their clients to help them release unconscious matter (where culture also is ingrained) in their minds; see it clearly by representation in order to resolve conflicts among themselves and with their fellow beings."
Abstract The paper explains the range of children's grief reactions and shows how the understanding of death varies on the age and stage of the child's development. The paper conducts a literature review and finds that arttherapy is a very effective method for assisting grieving children to express their emotions on the loss of a loved one. The paper shows how arttherapy exposes the erroneous beliefs, misconceptions and self-guilt that children often harbor for many years.
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Objective
Introduction
Literature Review
Conclusions
Recommendations
From the Paper "Children's understanding of death may be varied depending on the age and stage of the child's development in that young children "fall into Piaget's preoperational stage" which is a time when children "begin to represent their world with words, images, drawing and imaginative play activities." (Malchiodi, 2003) During this stage of development, because children this age are egocentric, the child may believe that they somehow caused the death of the individual. Furthermore, magical thinking that occurs at this age may cause the child to believe that the individual might be brought back somehow as they do not realize that death is irreversible. Children in the age range from seven to eleven years of age "...fall into Piaget's stage of concrete operations" which is a stage characterized by "reduced egocentricity and an improved capacity for reasoning." (Malchiodi, 2003)"
Abstract Discusses how art is used to assist integration of presonality. Variety of practices with different aims. Use of arttherapy with physically disabled persons, the mentally ill, temporary injured persons, anorexic patients, cancer patients. Qualifications of art therapists; their techniques. Creative art and working out of conflicts. Artistic expression and self esteem.
From the Paper "Even though art therapy has been used in some fashion since at least the first half of the twentieth century its range of helpful effects is still only partially explored and therapists constantly invent new ways to use the arts to assist people with physical disabilities and psychological problems. The depth of possibilities inherent in this therapy are expressed by one art therapist who asks that the reader imagine a medicine so powerful that "it could revitalize your spirit, giving you a dose of self-esteem and a joyful purpose in life" while also "induc[ing] deep meditation, allowing you to forget your pain and resolve any fears about the future, thereby boosting your immune system" (Longman, 1994, p. 64). But in many instances there is a lack of knowledge about art therapy--among caregivers as well as among those who could benefit from it. As Ulman (2001) points out, the ..."
Abstract The artistic process is one that has often mystified therapists by its very nature. Therapists have attempted to channel the artistic impulses of individuals and the processes of artistic creation in a way to better facilitate the therapeutic process. This paper provides a brief review of the scholarly literature and debate on the subject, analyzing how different therapists have made various uses of art in their clinical and academic work.
From the Paper "The uses of art in the theraputic process are manifold. One use is simply to better enable individuals to express themselves in terms of meaning. For some individuals, speaking or "talk therapy" is not always a feasible or available means for communication. Sometimes this is because they are so blocked by past events they cannot express themselves. Other times it is because speaking about one's feelings was so discouraged in their past or in their present environment, that this is not a comforable means of expression for them. On the most practical level of all, some individuals, such as autistic children and adolescents, do not necessarily have the verbal skills to convey their inner thoughts and feelings in a theraputic environment. Very young children, even those who are quite verbal in the sense of being talkative, do not necesssarily have the cognitive or intellecutal maturity to engage in talk therapy. Thus, making use of art, of movement or dance therapy, of vocal or theatre therapy, or even of creative play therapy can prove useful in all of these cases."
Tags: music, art, movement, treatment, psychology, therapy, patient, disorder, communication
Abstract This is a high level overview of dance movement therapy, what it means and how it can successfully be integrated into an individual's life. Part of the overview includes an emphasis on how dance movement therapy can be beneficial for one's daily live even if one is not suffering from emotional or mental health issues. There is also a brief explanation of the role of expressive artstherapy.
From the Paper "Expressive arts therapy has many components, one of which is dance movement therapy. Halprin (1999) states "movement is the body's universal language...a bridge to the interior world of self and between self and the world." Dance movement therapy has few limitations as to who can do partake in this expressive form of movement and who can benefit from it. This paper will provide a basic overview of what dance movement therapy is and how it is effective. The second section of the paper will focus on how dance movement therapy can be successfully integrated an individual's life. Part of the overview includes an emphasis on how dance movement therapy can be beneficial for one's daily live even if one is not suffering from emotional or mental health issues. "
Abstract This paper investigates the activities of various groups that bring crafts, writing, drama, dance, fine arts, and music to prisons. One of the groups mentioned is "The Prison Creative Arts Project" from the University of Michigan, which holds exhibitions for prisoners? art, which they even sell. Another is the "Geese Theatre Company", a team of specialized theater practitioners, taking drama to prisons and probation services centers. The National Endowment for the Arts? program for juvenile offenders is also brought up. The paper explains how these programs constitute ?art-therapy? and how they benefit prisoners, both in prison and once they are released. It also looks at the school arena, recommending programs like these for the prevention of juvenile offences. The paper includes a glance at the costs of these programs and at the opinions of opponents to the programs.
From the Paper "Other people have had that question too, and it seems they have done something about it. They organize different groups, and take the arts"crafts, writing, drama, dance, fine arts, and music"to the prisons, hoping to make some sort of difference in the prisoners? lives. One of these groups, the Prison Creative Arts Project, from the University of Michigan, does just that. They hold exhibitions for prisoners? art, which they even sell. The prisoners just love this, because it is a chance to "prove" themselves, and to let people actually see who they are."
Abstract Discusses the history of art as a psychotherapeutic discipline. Examines theories and definitions of arttherapy, the function art performs in therapy, and the choice of art materials that work best for each patient.
From the Paper "This research examines art therapy in group settings for subjects diagnosed as schizophrenic. The research will set forth the background and context in which art therapy has been determined to be relevant to psychological treatment for schizophrenia and ..."
Abstract This paper is about dance movement therapy as a form of expressive arttherapies. The paper focuses on how dance therapy is about the release of emotional trauma or beliefs as well as feelings that have been suppressed, through appropriate movement. There is a brief history of development of dance therapy as well as a personal story about how fears can limit the ability to dance.
From the Paper "The expressive arts offer a multitude of opportunities for the human spirit to achieve balance, freedom, relief and potentially self-actualization. While great emphasis in class has been placed on the spirit of the human condition and spirit of the soul, after a brief discussion about the spirit, this paper will focus on what movement and dance therapy are about, the use of dance therapy as a way of unleashing burdensome emotions and psychological pathology in combinations of the arts and solely using dance and movement as the expressive medium. This paper will also include comments on the generally fear and shame based reasons why individuals might initially shy away from dance and movement therapy."
Abstract Therapeutic work with families is a recent scientific phenomenon but an ancient art. Throughout human history, designated persons in all cultures have helped couples and families cope, adjust, and grow (Samuel T. Gladding). In the preface of his book, Family Therapy: Concepts and Methods, Family Therapist, Michael P. Nichols stresses the importance of an elaborate session with the unhappy family, and the goals it accomplishes that are very much absent from the regular, traditional approaches or the academic sessions.
Abstract In this research paper, the researcher focuses on the expressive writing realm of expressive artstherapies. The paper demonstrates how expressive writing affects the grief process by allowing patients to express exactly how they feel through such things as poetry and journal writing. Empirical research is provided that details the research that has been conducted concerning this topic. The researcher also demonstrates that thought processes involved in such activities give the patient the opportunity to understand and accept their loss.
From the Paper "As most people assume sudden or unexpected death can prolong the grief process. According to Fast (2003) both sudden and unexpected deaths have unique characteristics that are difficult for patients and practitioners to confront. The author explains that this type of death places unique demands on the survivors. The author also posits that sudden death is different from a death caused by prolonged illness in relation to the intensity of the grief. Fast (2003) points to a groundbreaking study performed by Lindemann (1944). The research involved the families of 101 college students who were killed and a nightclub."
An overview of cognitive behavior therapy, focusing on the roles of the therapist and patient and how it compares to other therapies used in psychology.
3,720 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 6 sources, 2006, $ 133.95
Abstract This paper discusses cognitive behavioral therapy and the elements of its practice. It also explores the therapist and patient roles of cognitive behavioral therapy, and how it relates to other therapies currently used in psychology. Adlerian therapy, person centered therapy, existential therapy, Gestalt therapy, reality therapy, solution oriented brief therapy, multi-modal therapy, feminist therapy, and rational emotion behavior therapy are discussed and contrasted to traditional cognitive behavioral therapy. Through these comparisons a focus on the central characteristics of these therapies is evident, providing a framework for patients and professionals to determine which therapy would be most effective for the needs of particular patients.
Abstract Distinguishing between types of therapies is beneficial for those seeking to make change within social settings with specific or unique needs. Family centered therapies are one of the many different therapy strategies that can be applied to facilitate change. However while individual therapy tends to be defined as a relationship between two individuals with the purpose of achieving therapeutic change, the family systems therapy approach takes a more integrated process towards the close social units in which the individual seeking therapy resides. This paper identifies differences between the traditional individual therapy style of therapy and the family systems therapy approach.
