Bailey J. Bennett , Clara A. Corn , Gaelynn P. Wolf Bordonaro , Keith Wylie
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Abstract
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are life-changing events that can contribute to the development of anxiety and depression, both of which are closely associated with poor overall outcomes. Brain injury may impact cognitive and physiological functions, regulation of mood, interpersonal relationships, personal identity, and self-esteem. Studies have demonstrated benefits of art therapy interventions with the TBI population that could help with recovery. The aim of this pilot study was to determine whether an art therapy intervention involving creating a collage could decrease self-reported anxiety in adult participants with a TBI. Through a quasi-experimental pre-test post-test single group design, the researcher gathered quantitative data using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Results indicated a significant decrease in State Anxiety scores (t(7) = 6.76, p < .001) and a significant decrease in Trait Anxiety scores (t(7) = 3.06, p = .018) between the pre-and post-test. The results of this pilot study demonstrated a significant reduction of anxiety in participants following pictorial collage intervention in a single art therapy session. The potency of even brief engagement in art therapy experiences supports the use and benefit of art therapy with individuals with TBI.
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The Arts in Psychotherapy is a dynamic, contemporary journal publishing evidence-based research, expert opinion, theoretical positions, and case material on a wide range of topics intersecting the fields of mental health and creative arts therapies. It is an international peer-reviewed journal publishing 5 issues annually. Papers are welcomed from researchers and practitioners in the fields of art, dance/movement, drama, music, and poetry psychotherapy, as well as expressive and creative arts therapy, neuroscience, psychiatry, education, allied health, and psychology that aim to engage high level theoretical concepts with the rigor of professional practice. The journal welcomes contributions that present new and emergent knowledge about the role of the arts in healthcare, and engage a critical discourse relevant to an international readership that can inform the development of new services and the refinement of existing policies and practices. There is no restriction on research methods and review papers are welcome. From time to time the journal publishes special issues on topics warranting a distinctive focus relevant to the stated goals and scope of the publication.