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April 29th, 2020
M6D1: Communication through the Arts.
In this first discussion, we are going to consider how artistic expression serves as a therapeutic way to convey personal experiences and feelings resulting from involvement in trauma, such as military conflict.
- In the video provided in this module, Art Therapy: Healing Trauma From: Art Therapy: A Universal Language for Healing.[OR1] [Video File] [5 min 34 sec], Ikuko Acosta of New York University refers to art therapy as “a universal language.” Drawing from this video, the module reading, and two additional academic sources from the Excelsior Library, discuss this idea in relation to the arts (drawing, painting, sculpture, and/or music) and provide an example of any program for adults that employs such therapy.
- What do you think Acosta means when she says art therapy is a “universal language”? Can you find any research that speaks to the effectiveness of art therapy? What are some of the rationales for art therapy programs? If possible, share some testimonials or examples from your research.
- Excelsior Library
In your initial post (250+ words), you are to respond to the question but support your thoughts by including at least two references from academic sources that you have researched on this topic in the Excelsior Library and use appropriate citations in APA style.
