What is it about?
This study looks at how creative therapies—like dance movement therapy, art therapy, and music therapy—can help people who have experienced child sexual abuse. The researchers reviewed studies published between 2003 and 2024 to understand how these therapies support healing.
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Why is it important?
These therapies give survivors a safe space to express their feelings, build hope, and form healthy relationships. They help with emotional healing, thinking clearly about the trauma, and reconnecting with the body. However, more high-quality and long-term research is still needed.
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This page is a summary of: The application of expressive art therapies for survivors of child sexual abuse., Psychological Trauma Theory Research Practice and Policy, May 2025, American Psychological Association (APA),
DOI: 10.1037/tra0001947.
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