Using Culturally Affirming, Thematically Appropriate Bibliotherapy to Cope with Trauma

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2014

Journal / Book Title

Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma

Abstract

Hurricane Katrina created a variety of issues that tested the resilience of families and children who were forced to relocate. This article describes the use of culturally affirming, thematically appropriate bibliotherapy as part of a long-term program to assist a group of elementary school aged African-American children cope with feelings of anxiety, displacement, and loss. This intervention provided a medium through which the participants could explore issues of isolation and the loss of their homes, family structures and a sense of security, while also providing academic and social supports.

DOI

10.1007/s40653-014-0028-6

Published Citation

Stewart, P.E., Ames, G.P. Using Culturally Affirming, Thematically Appropriate Bibliotherapy to Cope with Trauma. Journ Child Adol Trauma 7, 227–236 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40653-014-0028-6

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