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Use and effectiveness of creative art therapy in the treatment of Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder : a scoping review

Türkis, S. (2022) Use and effectiveness of creative art therapy in the treatment of Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder : a scoping review.

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Abstract:Creative art therapy (CAT) is a treatment approach that uses art to express inner thoughts and feelings. Existing research indicates that creative art therapies can treat symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, less is known about the types of creative art therapy and their effectiveness in treating patients with PTSD. Therefore, this scoping review aimed to explore the use and effectiveness of creative art therapy in treating PTSD. A literature review via Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed was conducted. Across the reviewed articles, three main types of creative art therapies were identified: (1) visual art therapy, (2) expressive writing therapy, and (3) music therapy. The qualities of most studies were poor, as standardized tests and control groups were missing. Only two selected studies included randomized controlled trials. One study reported more significant reductions in PTSD symptoms for the participants who received CAT combined with cognitive process therapy (CPT) compared to CPT alone. Considering the poor quality of the available studies and only two studies that included randomised controlled trials, it can be concluded that the effectiveness of CAT can partially be supported. Further studies should consider larger-scale RCTs to determine the efficacy of creative art therapies in treating PTSD.
Item Type:Essay (Master)
Faculty:BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences
Subject:77 psychology
Programme:Psychology MSc (66604)
Link to this item:https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/92434
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