Date of Award
5-2024
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
Dr. Levine-Sapozhnikov
Abstract
Children and adolescents whose siblings die due to pediatric cancer are at an increased risk for several mental health issues and high risky behavior engagement. There is currently very little literature on the topic of a sibling’s grief despite its potentially critical and persisting consequences. Through qualitative research in analyzing art projects made by bereaved siblings, this is an exploratory study of how an art program may help bereaved or grieving children access their feelings using a non verbal modality of expression. The research study was conducted at a community-based non-profit organization which focuses on supporting families of children with cancer. Implications of this research study in the field of micro social work may be included into therapeutic options for children experiencing the death by means of other causes besides pediatric cancer, or a loss not related to death, such as incarceration or traumatic separations.
Recommended Citation
Ramirez-Ibarra, Daniela, "ART THERAPY FOR BEREAVED SIBLINGS AFTER PEDIATRIC CANCER DEATH" (2024). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 1976.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/1976
Included in
Art Therapy Commons, Counseling Commons, Counseling Psychology Commons, Other Mental and Social Health Commons, Social Work Commons