The Healing Arts

The Restoring Power of Imagination

Cathy Malchiodi is an art therapist, visual artist, independent scholar, and author of 13 books on arts therapies, including The Art Therapy Sourcebook. See full bio

July 2, 2008, Child Development

Comments on "When Trauma Happens, Children Draw: Part III"

When Trauma Happens, Children Draw: Part III

By Cathy Malchiodi on July 2, 2008 in The Healing Arts

In China and Myanmar, the innate impulse to communicate through art, play, and imagination is emerging as children begin the long process of recovery. But what about those who don’t want to remember what happened or discuss the terror they have experienced? Some children are so traumatized they may never learn to be children again. Read More

TERRIFIC ARTICLE! GOOD

Submitted by Bobbi Stoll on July 2, 2008 - 6:51pm.

TERRIFIC ARTICLE! GOOD HUMANITARIAN EFFORT AS WELL!
Keep 'em coming, Cathy, I've loved reading all your exceptionally succinct and topical jottings! PLUS... you're a one-woman PR agency for art therapy!!!
bobbi

Thank You!

Submitted by Cathy Malchiodi on July 2, 2008 - 7:06pm.

Bobbi, you should be proud of the work you have accomplished on a global scale for art therapy and trauma survivors. You have without a doubt made a tremendous impact in this area.

As for the one-woman PR agency for art therapy-- thanks for the compliment! You know it's my passion, above all else.

Another thank you

Submitted by Phyllis Klein on July 7, 2008 - 6:45am.

Dear Cathy, I also found this article extremely informative and moving. When children have to deal with things this overwhelming, any way to lighten the burden is extraordinary. And perhaps can make a real difference in their ongoing lives. I believe there is no end to the need for creative expression after trauma. Thanks again, Phyllis Klein

How Inspiring!

Submitted by Sarah Besse on July 9, 2008 - 3:50pm.

Dear Cathy,
It is so exciting to hear that these children are receiving some individual attention to address the awful things they witnessed. Thank you and the many other relief workers who have helped give these kids their childhood back!
~Sarah