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[Productive films in patient groups].
Confinia Psychiatrica. Borderland of Psychiatry. Grenzgebiete Der Psychiatrie. Les Confins De La Psychiatrie
|January 1, 1975
Summary
Creative teamwork using visual arts helps drug-addicted adolescents overcome mistrust and improve relationships. This approach fosters self-representation and reduces the doctor-patient barrier.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Adolescent Psychology
- Art Therapy
Background:
- Drug-addicted adolescents often exhibit mistrust, hindering verbal communication.
- Visual means can bypass communication barriers and stimulate imagination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the efficacy of creative teamwork in engaging drug-addicted adolescents.
- To utilize visual arts for self-representation and uncovering hidden issues.
- To improve interpersonal relationships and reduce the doctor-patient divide.
Main Methods:
- A group of approximately eight drug-addicted adolescents participated in a 3-year creative teamwork program.
- Sessions were held twice weekly, alternating between idea discussion and practical application.
- The facilitator adopted an allocentric, non-provocative stance, following Raoul Schindler's hierarchical dynamic model.
Main Results:
- Four films were successfully created through collaborative efforts.
- Teamwork enhanced mutual understanding and improved interpersonal relationships within the group.
- The established barrier between the facilitator and participants was significantly reduced.
Conclusions:
- Creative teamwork, particularly through visual arts, is an effective method for engaging and treating drug-addicted adolescents.
- This approach facilitates self-expression, fosters solidarity, and breaks down therapeutic barriers.
- Visual art interventions offer a viable alternative for addressing complex psychological issues in this population.