Film/Video-Based Therapy and Trauma

This insightful book delves into the therapeutic potential of film and video in addressing trauma, offering diverse perspectives and coping strategies. Film/Video-Based Therapy and Trauma emphasizes creative expression as a means of resilience.

This book, Film/Video-Based Therapy and Trauma, explores the innovative use of film and video as therapeutic tools to foster resilience in the face of various trauma triggers. It presents a comprehensive approach that encompasses personal, communal, national, and global trauma, emphasizing the importance of understanding these experiences through a cinematic lens. By integrating expressive art therapies such as drama, dance, music, and visual arts, the authors advocate for positive social change and healing through creative expression.

The volume features a diverse array of perspectives on trauma, with chapter authors addressing critical issues that affect individuals in their homes, communities, and beyond. The integration of film/video-based therapy and digital storytelling is highlighted as a means to explore psychological trauma and develop coping strategies in today's complex world. This multifaceted approach not only examines the impact of trauma but also how it can be transformed through the medium of film.

Film/Video-Based Therapy and Trauma demonstrates how the language of film can serve as a powerful catalyst for processing and discussing traumatic experiences. It offers valuable insights for educators and mental health practitioners seeking to enhance their therapeutic practices. By documenting significant moments of artistic expression, the book illustrates the profound connection between creativity and human resilience in the face of adversity.