Journal therapy is the writing of one's own thoughts/feelings to further psychological healing and personal growth. It is often used as an adjunct to many psychotherapy and recovery programs.
Journal therapy enhances creativity, helps cope with stress, provides a written record of memorable life experiences and provides psychological and physical health benefits to those who are ill.
Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine was created in 1979.
Psychological benefits include reconciling emotional conflicts, fostering self-awareness, managing behavior, solving problems, reducing anxiety, reality orientation, increasing self-esteem.
Dr. Ira Progoff is credited as being the inventor of journal therapy or the Intensive Journal Method.
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy was created in 1993.
Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy was created in 1996.
There are no known side effects of journal or writing therapy.
African Journal for the Psychological Study of Social Issues was created in 1994.
Traumatic memories are treated by processing them through journal therapy.
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Journal therapy is practiced in mental health, rehabilitation, medical, educational and forensic institutions.
Journal of Research Practice was created in 2005.