This section contains articles on the use of narrative therapy in cross-cultural settings, and on testimony as a method of psychotherapy for those who have survived conflict or political oppression. In addition we have included examples of therapeutic programmes that have used art, music and theatre with refugees and people seeking asylum.

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Say it with Flowers

Hollands, R., 2003

An article by a horticultural therapist and trainer with Thrive, the horticultural therapy charity.

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Interventions after the TRC - Reconciliation, Advocacy & Healing

Kayser, U., 2001

Workshop report written for the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation examining how individuals and collective groups come to terms with memories of a violent past and political oppression.

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Narrative Construction of Distress and Therapy: A Model Based on Work with Ultra-Orthodox Jews

Witztum, E., Goodman, Y., Journal of Transcultural Psychiatry, Vol 36(4): 403-436, 1999

Based on therapeutic work in an ultra-orthodox Jewish Community, the authors argue that the use of a culture-sensitive "narrative" that is consistent with the cultural beliefs of the client can be an effective therapeutic intervention. (PDF file)

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Myth and Ritual in Psychotherapy

Kirmayer, L.J., Journal of Transcultural Psychiatry, Vol 36(4): 451-460, 1999

A commentary on the effectiveness of narrative therapy in cross-cultural settings. (PDF file)

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The Role of Art in Psychosocial Care and Protection for Displaced Children

Nylund, B.V., Legrande, J-C., Holtsberg, P., In Forced Mirgation Review Vol (6): 16-19, 1999

An overview of UNICEF programmes using art, drama, dance and music to improve the mental well-being of displaced children. Issue number 6.

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Psychosocial Rehabilitation of IDP Children: Using Theatre, Art, Music and Sport

Akhundov, N, In Forced Migration Review Vol (6): 20-21, 1999

This article focuses on lessons learned from psychosocial rehabilitation programmes for IDP children in Azerbaijan. Such programmes included the use of theatre, art and dance. Issue number 6.

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Theatre for development: a dynamic tool for change

Scott-Danter, H., 1999

This article concludes that theatre is a useful medium in which to bring people together to share their stories and to foster trust. Issue Number 6.

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Bosnian Refugees: Memories, Witnessing, and History after Dayton

Weine, S.M., World Refugee Survey, 1996

Examining the role of testimony as a method of healing

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Dealing with the Past and the Psychology of Reconciliation: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission, a psychological perspective.

Hamber, B, Paper presented at the 4th International Symposium on The Contributions of Psychology to Peace, Cape Town, 27 June., 1995

A critical review of the psychological consequences of giving testimony about past atrocities.

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Do Sleeping Dogs Lie? The psychological implications of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in South Africa.

Hamber, B, Paper presented at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation, Seminar No. 5, 26 July., 1995

This article argues _past traumas do not simply pass or disappear with the passage of time_psychological restoration and healing can only occur through providing a space for survivors to feel heard and for every detail of the traumatic event to be re-experienced in a safe environment.

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