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[Words that speak well to pains].
1Maison de Solenn - Maison des adolescents de l'hôpital Cochin, AP-HP, 97 boulevard de Port-Royal, 75014 Paris, France; Université Paris-Saclay, UVSQ, Inserm, Centre de recherche en épidémiologie et santé des populations, Team DevPsy, 16 avenue Paul-Vaillant-Couturier, 94807 Villejuif cedex, France.
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|December 28, 2020
Summary
Metaphors in cross-cultural therapy aid patient healing by fostering narrative and connection. Learning to effectively use these culturally-rich storytelling tools enhances therapeutic potential.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Anthropology
- Cross-cultural Studies
Background:
- Metaphors are frequently employed in cross-cultural consultations.
- Their use facilitates patient narration and strengthens the therapeutic alliance.
- Metaphors enable psychic elaborations crucial for releasing patient pain.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role and potential of metaphors in cross-cultural therapy.
- To understand the conditions and purposes guiding metaphor use in clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of metaphorical elements in cross-cultural therapeutic narratives.
- Drawing upon classical stories, tales, and fables from diverse cultures.
- Incorporating therapists' lived experiences and imaginative resources.
Main Results:
- Metaphors serve as powerful tools for narrative construction in therapy.
- Therapeutic alliance is significantly enhanced through metaphorical engagement.
- Psychic pain can be effectively processed and released via metaphorical exploration.
Conclusions:
- Metaphors possess significant therapeutic potential in cross-cultural contexts.
- Effective utilization of metaphors requires specific knowledge and skill development.
- Culturally-informed storytelling is key to unlocking therapeutic benefits.
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