Psychology The study of human behavior Take out your notebook

Psychology Top Ten Reasons to study Psychology What is Art Therapy? House, Tree, Person Assessment Class Discussion Conclusion Homework Overview The study of human behavior

Top Ten Reasons to study Psychology

Top Ten Reasons to study Psychology 1. To achieve a better understanding of yourself, including your thoughts and behaviors 2. To understand the biological as well as psychological processes of the human mind. 3. To learn how to cope with stressors and environmental factors beyond our control. 4. To be able recognize the symptoms of mental disorders. 5. To better understand how we relate to others and why we form certain relationships. Margaret Naumberg -theorists Hearts and crafts Succession of three

Top Ten Reasons to study Psychology 6. To understand how our environment affects us and how we affect the environment 7. To be able to determine the difference between normal and abnormal. 8. To understand the stages of human development and how they affect us both mentally and physically. 9. To be familiar with the treatments available for mental disorders and other psychological problems 10. To gain insight into the behavior of others.

What is art therapy?

What is Art Therapy? is the therapeutic use of art making, within a professional relationship, by people who experience illness, trauma, or challenges in living, and by people who seek personal development.

Art Therapy Through creating art and reflecting on the art products and processes, people can increase awareness of self and others.

Art Therapy Art therapists are professionals trained in both art and therapy.

Art Therapy They are knowledgeable about: human development psychological theories clinical practice Spiritual multicultural and artistic traditions the healing potential of art.

Art Therapy Art therapists work with people of all ages: Individuals Couples Families groups communities.

Art Therapy They provide services, individually and as part of clinical teams, in settings that include: mental health Rehabilitation community outreach programs wellness centers Schools nursing homes

House, Tree, Person Assessment

House, Tree, Person Assessment Required Materials: Paper Partner Pencil

House, Tree, Person Assessment STEP #1: Directions: 1. Partner up 2. Each partner has a piece of paper & a writing implement 3. Ask partner to draw: House Tree Person 4. You have ten minutes to complete this exercise START TIME: END TIME: 10minutes

House, Tree, Person Assessment Step #2 Examples: Partner #1 Partner #2

Come up with five different questions about each element STEP 3: Each partner will come up with five different questions about the three elements Example: Why doesn’t your house have a doorknob? Why does your person have large eyes? What season is your tree in? Is this house familiar to you? If so, where have you see it before? Why did you choose to draw these elements in this order? Partner #1 Partner #2

Answer the questions Partner #1 Partner #2 STEP 3: 1. Each partner will now answer all of the questions 2. Your partner will record your answers. Partner #1 Partner #2

Analyzing the assessment with Art Therapy

House, Tree, Person Assessment Is indicative of a person’s most intimate interpersonal relationships

House, Tree, Person Assessment This assessment is a common technique for art therapists