SAFETYLIT WEEKLY UPDATE

We compile citations and summaries of about 400 new articles every week.
RSS Feed

HELP: Tutorials | FAQ
CONTACT US: Contact info

Search Results

Journal Article

Citation

Lai NH. Arts Psychoth. 2011; 38(5): 305-311.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.aip.2011.08.001

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Domestic violence not only harms spousal relationships but also damages parent-child interactions. In the Chinese culture, tension between abused mothers and their children is likely to arise because of indirect and hierarchical communication customs. Therefore, an expressive arts-based model (EAT-MCR) was adapted for the Chinese culture to help improve mother-child relationships and to help victims cope with the trauma of domestic violence. Based on concepts derived from group and trauma therapies, this model prepares clients for personal transformation within a safe network formed by the participants, including family groups and a team of professionals. In this four-step model, we initiate clients by helping them find strengths from their positive mother-child interactions, guide them to explore the traumatic aspects of domestic violence, and then transform their perceptions to create a new family outlook that can be shared by mothers and their children. Finally, we conclude with a ceremony to fully integrate the transformed phase and interactive life skills. Detailed cultural considerations are discussed and illustrated by examples utilizing artistic creation and psychodrama techniques.

NEW SEARCH


All SafetyLit records are available for automatic download to Zotero & Mendeley
Print