The impact of political violence, war, terrorism and oppressive regimes on the individuals involved can be extensive. Art therapy can provide an effective means of expressing the resulting experiences of fear, loss, separation, instability and disruption which, left unexplored, can have devastating effects. With contributions from Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Israel and South Africa, "Art Therapy and Political Violence" includes numerous clinical examples to vividly illustrate the main issues affecting art therapy with victims of conflict.

The impact of political violence, war, civil war and acts of terrorism on the individuals involved can be extensive. Art therapy can provide an effective means of expressing the resulting experiences of fear, loss, separation, instability and disruption. Art Therapy and Political Violence brings together contributions from all over the world and from diverse theoretical backgrounds. With contributions from Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Israel and South Africa, the book includes numerous clinical examples to vividly illustrate the main issues affecting art therapy. The practical issues...