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Educators' Confidence: Social Justice
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2021-05-04)The study addressed three problems related to social justice education (SJE): inconsistent vocabulary, siloed teacher education programs, and the neglect of teacher intersectionality when designing professional development. ... -
The Architectural Development of Duluth, Minnesota
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 1976-09)A thesis paper presented to the Graduate Faculty of the Department of Art at the University of Wisconsin-Superior -
Art therapy and its effectiveness with children who have experienced trauma
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2019-12-17)Art therapy is a highly important part of child trauma treatment, Art therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses the creative process of making art to improve children’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. ... -
How does differentiation affect higher level learners growth and engagement compared to their peers?
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Children With Anxiety And Trauma: How Can Art Therapy Be Beneficial To Children Who Are Experiencing Anxiety As a Result of Trauma?
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2019-05)Art therapy is a process that can help children that are struggling with anxiety as a result of trauma. The art acts as a communication tool that can lead to further discussion based upon the subject created and the process ... -
Mindfulness-based Art Therapy Activities (MBAT) As a Way to Reduce Anxiety in Young Adults
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2019-05)According to the DSM-V (2013), Anxiety Disorders are those that are characterized by features of excessive fear and anxiety that are related to behavioral disturbances (p.189). Studies have shown that this disorder is among ... -
From Darkness to Light: Art Therapy for Homeless Women with Co-occurring Opioid Use Disorder
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2019-05)This paper discusses the importance of art therapy for homeless women with opioid addiction. It details the importance of aspects such as mindfulness-based relapse prevention, art therapy and mindfulness, spirituality, ... -
Healing the Traumatized Child Through Expressive Arts Therapy
(University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2019-05)The purpose of this paper is to educate the reader about childhood trauma and the validity that creative arts therapy has in the process of recovery from early trauma. The following paper will also provide various case ... -
Integration of Art Therapy and Art Education
(2018-10-10)This final paper was written to point out the beneficial attributes of art therapy and art education integration into the k-12 educational system providing constructive student development. Currently, art education has ... -
Experiences of Mothers with Invisible Illnesses
(2018-07-12)With research lacking in the area of mothers coping with invisible, chronic illnesses, this research explored the obstacles that mothers may face with an invisible illness, and how this may affect the everyday lives of ... -
Healing Through Expressive Arts: A Path to Success for Children with ADD and ASD
(2018-06-11)This paper explores the relief expressive art therapy offers children with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The paper defines expressive art therapy, it's evolution, and how expressive ... -
Integrating Art Therapy and Ecotherapy to Help Young Adults in Higher Education Settings
(2018-06-04)This thesis paper was written to show the collaboration of ecotherapy and art therapy and how they can be applied to work with young adults in higher education settings. Currently throughout the United States, there are ... -
Art Therapy and Other Creative Modalities Used for Children/Adolescents Suffering from Grief
(2018-05-31)Art therapy and other creative modalities have been proven to promote healing for children and adolescents suffering from the effects of grief and loss, as well as providing a vital communications tool that does not ... -
Art Therapy and the Quality of Life among Elderly with Dementia
(2018-01-09)This thesis will discuss how art therapy works with elderly who are going through different stages of Dementia. History and background will be discussed as well as statistics to emphasize how elderly are affected by this ... -
A Mindful Way to Heal: Discussing Efficacy of Mindfulness Based Expressive Arts Therapies in Treating Trauma Affected Adults
(2018-01-09)The purpose of this paper is to analyze the efficacy of mindfulness based expressive arts therapies in treating trauma affected adults. I will explore the notion of mindfulness and its many benefits separately as well as ... -
The Power of Art Therapy and The Mind of Dementia
(2017-12-19)This paper explores the multiple dimensions of the disease dementia. It is also an exploration of how art therapy is useful and beneficial in treating the psychological and psychosocial needs of people living with one form ... -
Healing for Adolescents: An Art-based Approach to Coping with Trauma
(2017-05-10)The purpose of this paper was to determine whether art therapy groups for middle school students dealing with trauma was beneficial or not. The students were given different materials and a different intervention each ... -
How Art Therapy Can Assist College Students from Diverse Backgrounds in Overcoming Cultural Differences
(2017-05-10)The opportunity for international students on university campuses to participate in art therapy is a beneficial student service. Through art therapy interventions, students may gain pride and confidence in their academics ... -
Art Therapy Considerations for Transgender Youth and Young Adults
(2016-12-22)Social stigmas, being shunned by family and friends, violence, and sexual abuse are some of the hardships that transgender youth may face. The complex nature of being a transgender person almost inevitably creates emotional, ... -
Shedding Internalized Shame and Guilt: The Use of Art Therapy in Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment Programs
(2016-12-22)Drug and alcohol abuse has become a costly epidemic in society. Helping those who suffer from addiction requires proper treatment and care. Addiction is defined as compulsive alcohol and drug seeking despite negative ...