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This section contains articles on the use of narrative therapy in cross-cultural settings, and on testimony as a method of psychotherapy for those who have survived conflict or political oppression. In addition we have included examples of therapeutic programmes that have used art, music and theatre with refugees and people seeking asylum.
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Hollands, R., 2003
An article by a horticultural therapist and trainer with Thrive, the horticultural therapy charity.
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Kayser, U., 2001
Workshop report written for the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation examining how individuals and collective groups come to terms with memories of a violent past and political oppression.
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Witztum, E., Goodman, Y., Journal of Transcultural Psychiatry, Vol 36(4): 403-436, 1999
Based on therapeutic work in an ultra-orthodox Jewish Community, the authors argue that the use of a culture-sensitive "narrative" that is consistent with the cultural beliefs of the client can be an effective therapeutic intervention. (PDF file)
Kirmayer, L.J., Journal of Transcultural Psychiatry, Vol 36(4): 451-460, 1999
A commentary on the effectiveness of narrative therapy in cross-cultural settings. (PDF file)
Nylund, B.V., Legrande, J-C., Holtsberg, P., In Forced Mirgation Review Vol (6): 16-19, 1999
An overview of UNICEF programmes using art, drama, dance and music to improve the mental well-being of displaced children. Issue number 6.
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Akhundov, N, In Forced Migration Review Vol (6): 20-21, 1999
This article focuses on lessons learned from psychosocial rehabilitation programmes for IDP children in Azerbaijan. Such programmes included the use of theatre, art and dance. Issue number 6.
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Scott-Danter, H., 1999
This article concludes that theatre is a useful medium in which to bring people together to share their stories and to foster trust. Issue Number 6.
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Weine, S.M., World Refugee Survey, 1996
Examining the role of testimony as a method of healing
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Hamber, B, Paper presented at the 4th International Symposium on The Contributions of Psychology to Peace, Cape Town, 27 June., 1995
A critical review of the psychological consequences of giving testimony about past atrocities.
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Hamber, B, Paper presented at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, Seminar No. 5, 26 July., 1995
This article argues _past traumas do not simply pass or disappear with the passage of time_psychological restoration and healing can only occur through providing a space for survivors to feel heard and for every detail of the traumatic event to be re-experienced in a safe environment.
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