The Use of Poetry in Identifying and Coping with the Emotional Tasks of Moving.

Gustavson, Cynthia Blomquist

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ERIC Number: EJ515821

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Publication Date: 1995

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The Use of Poetry in Identifying and Coping with the Emotional Tasks of Moving.

Gustavson, Cynthia Blomquist

Journal of Poetry Therapy, v9 n1 p33-39 Fall 1995

Explores the use of poetry as therapy to cope with the numerous geographical moves made by an individual in her adult life. Identifies six tasks involved in moving from one home and community to another, and cites examples of poetry written during each of those transitions. (PA)

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Individual Development, Poetry, Therapeutic Environment

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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