Self-Mutilation and Art Therapy Howard Lavine drawn from evidence-based practices identified

drawn from evidence-based practices identified by the National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center

This book features a foreword written by Bob Mankoff

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Self-Mutilation and Art Therapy Howard Lavine drawn from evidence-based practices identifiedDiana Milia examines the effect of art therapy interventions with clients who harm their bodies. Her starting point is the definition of self mutilation itself. In many cultures, self mutilation is incorporatedin sacrificial rituals as a means of healing the whole society. Body modifications such as scarification and tattooing are used in rites of purification, healing and maturity. Self mutilation may also be incorporated in performance art. Diana