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Pictorial expression of ulcerative colitis

U Halbreich, M Assael

    Confinia Psychiatrica. Borderland of Psychiatry. Grenzgebiete Der Psychiatrie. Les Confins De La Psychiatrie
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study reveals how a young ulcerative colitis patient used animal drawings to express masked depression and inner turmoil. Art therapy helped her communicate feelings of isolation and self-directed aggression.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Psychology
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Ulcerative colitis (UC) patients often experience significant emotional distress.
    • Understanding the psychological impact of chronic illness is crucial for holistic patient care.

    Observation:

    • A young UC patient spontaneously created drawings during hospitalization.
    • The drawings evolved to include pathological content correlating with illness onset.
    • Anthropomorphism of animal characters was used to externalize inner world struggles.

    Findings:

    • The patient's drawings revealed masked depression and feelings of inferiority.
    • She felt estranged from society, perceiving herself as sensitive yet isolated.
    • Withdrawal and self-directed aggression were defense mechanisms against a perceived hostile world.

    Implications:

    • Art therapy can be a valuable tool for UC patients to express complex emotions.
    • Visual art provides insight into the psychological landscape of chronic illness.
    • Addressing emotional needs alongside physical symptoms can improve patient well-being.

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