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Bibliotherapy and Beyond

Marilyn Lewis Lanza

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TOPIC: Using literature and television to promote mental health. PURPOSE: To expand readers' awareness of how literature can be used therapeutically. SOURCE: The author's personal experience hosting a TV program entitled, "Best Books in Town". CONCLUSIONS: Discussing literature can promote emotional catharsis, active problem solving, and personal insight in those who chose to participate.

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TOPIC: Using literature and television to promote mental health. PURPOSE: To expand readers' awareness of how literature can be used therapeutically. SOURCE: The author's personal experience hosting a TV program entitled, "Best Books in Town". CONCLUSIONS: Discussing literature can promote emotional catharsis, active problem solving, and personal insight in those who chose to participate.

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TOPIC: Using literature and television to promote mental health. PURPOSE: To expand readers' awareness of how literature can be used therapeutically. SOURCE: The author's personal experience hosting a TV program entitled, "Best Books in Town". CONCLUSIONS: Discussing literature can promote emotional catharsis, active problem solving, and personal insight in those who chose to participate.

Key concepts: Catharsis, Bibliotherapy, Psychology, Mental health, Psychotherapist, Chose, Medical education, Medicine

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