ART THERAPY IN PENITENTIARY RESOCIALIZATION - SELECTED CONTEXTS

Discover the power of art therapy as a tool to support the resocialization process of inmates. This unique book offers a comprehensive look at the use of art in transforming the lives of people in the penitentiary system. Immerse yourself in inspiring lesson scenarios and practical tips to help therapists and professionals plan and implement their own art therapy programs.

• Interdisciplinary approach: Analysis of psychological, pedagogical, sociological and organizational aspects of resocialization.
• Practical lesson scenarios: Make it easier to understand how to turn theory into practice.
• The role of the art therapist: Emphasizing the importance of a specialist who adapts therapy to the individual needs of inmates.
• Challenges of the prison environment: Tips on building relationships with inmates and managing group sessions.
• Comprehensive perspective: Offers inspiration and knowledge for professionals and researchers interested in art therapy.

The book "Art Therapy in Penitentiary Resocialization - Selected Contexts" is a valuable source of knowledge about the use of art therapy in the penitentiary system. The authors thoroughly analyze and present various aspects and contexts in which art therapy can be used to support the resocialization process of inmates. The publication is distinguished by an interdisciplinary approach, taking into account the psychological, pedagogical, sociological and organizational aspects related to resocialization. This comprehensive approach emphasizes the variety of possible contexts and goals in which art therapy can be used.

The lesson scenarios included in the book make it easier for readers to understand how to turn theory into practice. These practical tips and examples will help therapists and other professionals in the penitentiary system plan and implement their own art therapy programs. The book emphasizes the importance of the role of the art therapist as a specialist who is able to adapt therapy to the individual needs of inmates. The authors also analyze the challenges associated with working in a difficult prison environment and provide guidance on building relationships with inmates and managing group sessions.

This publication is a valuable source of inspiration and knowledge for both professionals working in the penitentiary system and researchers interested in art therapy in the context of resocialization. It opens the door to understanding the potential of art in transforming the lives of inmates. From the review by Dr. habil. Paweł Maciaszczyk, prof. ucz. Edition: Pages: 144, Format: 241x179 mm Year: Year of publication: 2023, cover: paperback Publisher: UMCS Number of pages: 144 Cover: paperback Format: 241x179 mm