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Bibliotherapy and Beyond
Author(s) -
Lanza Marilyn L.
Publication year - 1996
Publication title -
perspectives in psychiatric care
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.538
H-Index - 35
eISSN - 1744-6163
pISSN - 0031-5990
DOI - 10.1111/j.1744-6163.1996.tb00493.x
Subject(s) - catharsis , bibliotherapy , psychology , mental health , psychotherapist , chose , medical education , medicine , psychoanalysis , political science , law
topic . Using literature and television to promote mental health purpose . To expand readers’awareness of how literature can be used therapeutically source . The author's personal experience hosting a TV program entitled, “Best Books in Town” conclusions . Discussing literature can promote emotional catharsis, active problem solving, and personal insight in those who chose to participate.