This study explores the possible use of digital media as an effective psychotherapeutic aid
in art psychotherapy, specifically in addressing the effects of trauma experienced by
adolescents.
A literature review provides evidence on what exactly can be understood under the
concepts 'art psychotherapy' and 'digital media'. The literature study further
investigates trauma, its treatment and how art psychotherapy can be used as a
psychotherapeutic tool with adolescents who have been exposed to trauma.
An empirical study including six participants, chosen through a specific sampling process,
and whose background information regulates the appropriate methods of intervention
demonstrates the practicality of digital media in art psychotherapy. Data gathered from
pre-assessment activities, art psychotherapy sessions and post-assessment activities are
analysed, interpreted, and reduced through a systematic process. The empirical findings are
then presented in a detailed, concise manner
From the empirical investigation, it is determined that digital media can be used as a
successful tool in art psychotherapy, specifically with adolescents who have experienced
trauma. The researcher gained experience in the implementation of digital media in art
psychotherapy and was able to provide valuable information about this practice,
specifically for professionals interested in the field of art psychotherapy. The researcher
was also able to identify limitations and further areas for research in this field. / Psychology of Education / M. A. (Guidance and Counselling)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/13721 |
| Date | 25 July 2014 |
| Creators | Swanepoel, Marna |
| Contributors | Kruger, Deirdre |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (xi, 226 leaves) : colour illustration, application/pdf |
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