A Rationale and Model for Group Art Therapy with Mentally Retarded Adolescents.

Hume, Suzanne Canner; Hiti, Jo Ann

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ERIC Number: EJ378843

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1988

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A Rationale and Model for Group Art Therapy with Mentally Retarded Adolescents.

Hume, Suzanne Canner; Hiti, Jo Ann

American Journal of Art Therapy, v27 n1 p2-12 Aug 1988

Art therapy and group discussion aimed at self-exploration and interpersonal learning formed the core of a group treatment model for 13 mentally retarded, emotionally impaired adolescents. Students were divided into two groups according to levels of functioning. Group structure and issues processed by group members are described in detail. (JW)

Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adolescents, Art Expression, Art Therapy, Demonstration Programs, Educational Therapy, Emotional Disturbances, Group Therapy, Interpersonal Competence, Mental Retardation, Secondary Education, Self Disclosure (Individuals), Self Expression

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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