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.
Dr. Ira Progoff is credited as being the inventor of journal therapy or the Intensive Journal Method.
Psychological benefits include reconciling emotional conflicts, fostering self-awareness, managing behavior, solving problems, reducing anxiety, reality orientation, increasing self-esteem.
There are no known side effects of journal or writing therapy.
Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy was created in 1996.
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy was created in 1993.
Traumatic memories are treated by processing them through journal therapy.
African Journal for the Psychological Study of Social Issues was created in 1994.
Journal therapy is practiced in mental health, rehabilitation, medical, educational and forensic institutions.
Journal therapy is an effective treatment for the developmentally, medically, educationally, socially, or psychologically impaired. Anyone can benefit.
Journal therapy is best administered by a licensed psychologist (who may also be an art therapist) or psychiatrist.