Suggest that, emerging from a disturbance of consciousness and/or awakening of the unconscious, haiku does not lead to something, haiku is not about anything; it is a complete world, an end in itself; celebrating the present moment as a transition between psychological inattentiveness and enlightenment. (RS)

Suggests that fiction has developed as a human medium of expression to assist people in adapting to the complexities of social organization. Argues that fiction reading leads to improved problem-solving skills, a greater sense of normality, a breakup of rigid and confusing cognitive frameworks, improved socialization, and increased…

The efficacy of bibliotherapy has primarily been investigated in anxiety disorders, depression, or substance dependence. The efficacy of self-help books to increase parenting competence was only investigated in a few studies despite their broad dissemination in public. The aims of the study were to investigate the short- and long-term efficacy of…

This mixed methods study examined preservice teachers' awareness of domestic violence through an undergraduate reading course which focused on children's literature. Pre and post surveys were administered to preservice teachers to determine whether their knowledge and skills in recognizing signs of domestic violence in behaviors of the elementary…

The Bibliotherapy Education Project began as a teaching collaboration between faculty at Oregon State University's Libraries and School of Education. The project's evolution from 1999 to 2004 was previously described in this journal (McMillen 2005). The core of the project is a book evaluation tool, which builds counselor skill and knowledge in…

Sixty-nine American Library Association (ALA) accredited graduate library school programs were surveyed to determine available library education opportunities in bibliotherapy. The survey revealed that only one school, Catholic University of America, offered a formal bibliotherapy course. Eight institutions indicated that bibliotherapy was handled…

Non-print materials may be used to help children cope with delicate and controversial subject areas, as well as assist in the remediation of serious behavior problems. (STS)

Discusses the therapeutic uses of literature and reading to children who are chronically ill or hospitalized for various reasons. (JK)

Reports an attempt to validate a self-help behavioral marital bibliotherapy program. Evaluated five clinical distressed couples via a multiple baseline analysis. Treatment involved reading and exercises covering communications, problem solving, and sexual dysfunction. Results were highly variable and reflected minimal change. (BH)

Recommended are 11 books to encourage the creative development of children. (DB)

The use of poetry in counseling and its effectiveness in allowing the client to work through himself in forms that are close to us: music, order, and image," is related to its usefulness in the classroom for similar objectives. (Author/DR)

In this bibliographic essay, the author discusses professional resources on bibliotherapy and useful book selection guides. (SJL)

Describes use of poetry therapy with small groups of adolescents in a private high school for students with learning disabilities. Describes the five tasks (one per week), shares some of the narrative poems written by students, and discusses student reactions. Finds that this was an effective method of facilitating students' identification of…

Outlines the use of poetry in a grief-training session for medical professionals in which poetry is used to sensitize and draw forth feelings participants might encounter in the medical field when dealing with the death of children. (SR)

Discusses the clinical use of story, and examines the therapeutic use of interactive bibliotherapy as a catalyst for healing and empowering an emotionally abused woman. Offers a case history of the adult woman, discussing the use of dialog journals and a particular children's book in her therapy. (SR)