Learning to relate – Interweaving creative approaches to group work with adolescents

Authors

Bogusia Skudrzyk, Fairfield UniversityFollow
David A. Zera, Fairfield UniversityFollow
George McMahon
Robert Schmidt
Joey Boyne
Rudy L. Spannaus

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2009

Abstract

This article describes three creative arts exercises designed to promote belonging, connectedness, and wellness among adolescents with and without disabilities. The scenarios are multifaceted and based on utilization of creative visual and performing arts. Creative outlets may help groups be more effective and meaningful for participants, particularly creative adolescents, adolescents with various learning styles, and those with learning differences.

Comments

Copyright 2009 Taylor and Francis.

A link to full-text has been provided for authorized subscribers.

Publication Title

Journal of Creativity in Mental Health

Repository Citation

Skudrzyk, Bogusia; Zera, David A.; McMahon, George; Schmidt, Robert; Boyne, Joey; and Spannaus, Rudy L., "Learning to relate – Interweaving creative approaches to group work with adolescents" (2009). School of Education and Human Development Faculty Publications. 50.
https://digitalcommons.fairfield.edu/education-facultypubs/50

Published Citation

Skudrzyk, Bogusia., Zera, David A., McMahon, George., Schmidt, Robert., Boyne, Joey., & Spannaus, Rudy L. (2009). Learning to relate – Interweaving creative approaches to group work with adolescents. Journal of Creativity in Mental Health, 4(3), pp. 249-261.

DOI

10.1080/1540138090319276

Peer Reviewed