Art Therapy with Geriatric Dementia Clients.

Kahn-Denis, Kathleen B.

Notes FAQ Contact Us

Back to results

Peer reviewed

ERIC Number: EJ562299

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1997

Pages: N/A

Abstractor: N/A

ISBN: N/A

ISSN: ISSN-0742-1656

EISSN: N/A

Art Therapy with Geriatric Dementia Clients.

Kahn-Denis, Kathleen B.

Art Therapy: Journal of the American Art Therapy Association, v14 n3 p194-99 1997

Describes how art therapy can be used with an elderly population experiencing a wide range of cognitive impairments. Claims that the evocative nature of art allows older adults with dementia to become expressive and bypass some of their cognitive deficits. Focuses on evaluation, nonverbal communication, sensory exploration, and self-reflective activity. (RJM)

Descriptors: Art Therapy, Cognitive Restructuring, Counseling Effectiveness, Counseling Techniques, Dementia, Intervention, Neurological Impairments, Older Adults, Self Expression

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

Education Level: N/A

Audience: N/A

Language: English

Sponsor: N/A

Authoring Institution: N/A

Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A