Cote, C. / Published 2024 / Presentation
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| Presenter | Charles Coté, L.C.S.W. |
| Date | September 19, 2024 |
| Abstract | In the Society for Descriptive Psychology 2024 Conference Presidential Address, we will explore how expressive and mindful art, particularly poetry, helps reconstruct personal worlds after loss. Inspired by Wallace Stevens and Gregory Orr's "Poetry as Survival," we examine how poetry interweaves language, emotion, and meaning to navigate grief and trauma. Through Descriptive Psychology, the talk will highlight how artistic practices foster resilience and healing. The presenter will combine theoretical insights with empirical research on the psychological benefits of artistic expression, emphasizing poetry as a space for reflection and catharsis, aiming to inspire clinical and scholarly application. |
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