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Dramatherapy and Learning Disabilities

by Helen Milward

Book Details

Publisher:Taylor & Francis
Published:2023-09-26
Pages:249
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Dramatherapy and Learning Disabilities demonstrates the power of dramatherapy to help clients with learning disabilities, addressing current research, evidencebased work, and methods in the dramatherapy and learning disabilities fields. Featuring contribution from 19 dramatherapists with a range of clients of all ages who have moderate to severe learning disabilities, this book presents ways in which dramatherapists are innovating new approaches to their work in the field. The authors demonstrat

Our Review

This professional guide illuminates the transformative power of dramatherapy for individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities across all age groups. Drawing on contributions from nineteen practicing dramatherapists, the book presents a robust collection of current research and evidence-based methods that are actively reshaping therapeutic practices. It moves beyond theory to showcase tangible innovations in the field, demonstrating how creative drama techniques can unlock communication and emotional expression where traditional methods may fall short.

What makes this volume particularly valuable is its practitioner-focused approach, offering real-world applications for therapists, educators, and healthcare professionals working directly with learning disabled clients. The diverse case studies provide a comprehensive look at how dramatherapy adapts to different needs and settings, making it an essential resource for anyone seeking effective, creative interventions. This compilation stands as a significant contribution to therapeutic literature, bridging the gap between clinical research and practical implementation in special education and disability support.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology