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Art Therapy Interventions That Facilitate Improved Self-Esteem For An Adult With Depression And Substance Abuse, Sarah Nangeroni
Art Therapy Interventions That Facilitate Improved Self-Esteem For An Adult With Depression And Substance Abuse, Sarah Nangeroni
Undergraduate Honors College Theses 2016-
The purpose of this study is to bring awareness to the need for creative holistic approaches to interventions and treatments for depression and substance abuse. The literature review section covers the topics of depression, substance abuse, the effects of low self-esteem in these disorders, and how art therapy is suited to address these topics. The research methodology utilized is historical case studies. In support of this topic, case studies gained from literature in the field will be analyzed. Case studies were obtained by thoroughly researching numerous databases to find the most relevant information that demonstrates how art therapy can be …
Art Therapy Interventions That Facilitate Non-Verbal Expressions And How Art Therapy Can Improve Communication For Children With Autism, Rachel Piliere
Art Therapy Interventions That Facilitate Non-Verbal Expressions And How Art Therapy Can Improve Communication For Children With Autism, Rachel Piliere
Undergraduate Honors College Theses 2016-
Autism prevalence in America has increased rapidly over the years and numerous research studies have been conducted to measure the benefits of art therapy practice within this community. Advances in the mental health field have been also made to help offer improved treatment. Art therapy uses the process of engaging in artmaking with various mediums to make products that can be used in both assessment and treatment. The art can serve as a reflection of a person’s development, abilities and personalities. In this paper, the literature review will cover: Autism, communication, available treatments, and art therapy. The research methodology employed …
Therapeutic Benefits Of Art Therapy With Adults Who Have Traumatic Brain Injury With Depression And/Or Anxiety, Guadalupe Flores
Therapeutic Benefits Of Art Therapy With Adults Who Have Traumatic Brain Injury With Depression And/Or Anxiety, Guadalupe Flores
Undergraduate Honors College Theses 2016-
This honors college thesis is about how art therapy can impact depression and/or anxiety with Traumatic Brain Injury(TBI). Traumatic Brain Injury is a direct blow or penetrating object to the head that was caused by acceleration, deceleration or direct force. TBI can impact quality of life emotionally, physicality and their cognition. Depression is one of the most common diagnosis within TBI clients, about thirty-three percent of the population are diagnosed with depression post one year from their accidents (Driskell, Starosta, & Brenner, 2016). Anxiety is the second most common diagnosis within TBI clients. The art therapy interventions that are developed …
The Use Of Art Therapy With The Blind To Impact A Sense Of Capability, Deanna Digiulio
The Use Of Art Therapy With The Blind To Impact A Sense Of Capability, Deanna Digiulio
Undergraduate Honors College Theses 2016-
This study looked at the ways in which the practice of art therapy could potentially help blind individuals cope with the loss of sight, and feel more capable in accomplishment through the use of tactile art materials. While art is primarily considered a visual tool, the physical nature of some materials can provide relief and autonomy for those without sight. The research was conducted by looking at the psychosocial aspects of dealing with blindness, researching the therapeutic benefits of art therapy, and conveying examples of successful case studies that used tactile materials in different ways. Based on several findings and …