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Published on: February 16, 2011
Working with art in a case of schizophrenia
1Pastoral Counseling Program, Loyola University Maryland, Columbia, MD, USA.
Abstract:
Schizophrenia often requires a lifetime of treatment. This study used art as a therapeutic tool in therapy with a client diagnosed with schizophrenia, along with medical management. The purpose of using art was to enable the non-communicative client to communicate. The clients' drawings were used as a process medium. Progress was seen in changes in social behaviours and communication evidenced by him speaking more, expressing feelings and gaining better insight.
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