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Healing Together

Published:2019 Issue: Volume: Page:157-165
ISSN:2327-9354
Container-title:Healing Through the Arts for Non-Clinical Practitioners
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Author:

Vuocolo Kristine¹

Affiliation:

1. Human Services Inc., USA

Abstract

This chapter emphasizes several key concepts concerning mental illness in today's society. The author strongly believes that mental health recovery is possible and that it is an individualized journey. People struggling with mental health issues can find hope and healing through the use of artistic expression. This chapter is designed to encourage and inspire others to use everyday items and turn them into art. The author describes how collaboration can be a key ingredient to the success of the healing that takes place while doing art together.

Publisher

IGI Global

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