Publisher's Synopsis
Trauma can result not just from major disasters but also from serious loss, sudden disruption or stress, neglect and abuse. Many young people suffer lasting effects from such experiences. Without appropriate intervention these symptoms can blight lives and affect healthy development into adulthood. Contains a variety of therapeutic creative arts approaches including body work, creative play, art-based activities, role-play, movement, story and drama that will help young people to express their feelings, build resilience and allow time and space for healing and break the cycle of traumatic experience. These techniques can be used with groups or individuals and will help facilitate recovery from trauma and empower them to express and take charge of feelings. Includes photocopiable resources
