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Publication Date: 2002-Jun
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The Use of Poetry in Psychoeducational Groups with Multicultural-Multilingual Clients
Asner-Self, Kimberly K.; Feyissa, Aleme
Journal for Specialists in Group Work, v27 n2 p136-160 Jun 2002
Immigration to a different country can change one's socioeconomic status, familial and social networks, cultural behavioral norms, language, and values. Immigrants to the United States usually reevaluate themselves and their identity as a result of this acculturation process. Group counseling can help alleviate the sense of isolation many immigrants feel, normalize the acculturation process, and offer a support network. Using well-chosen poetry offers both the opportunity to discuss delicate issues and to encourage communication in English as a foreign language. This article presents an outline of a 10-session group that uses poetry to address the acculturation process. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Poetry, Social Networks, Group Counseling, Immigrants, Acculturation, Psychoeducational Methods, Immigration, Cultural Differences, Counseling Techniques, Social Support Groups, English (Second Language), Group Discussion, Cultural Awareness
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Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United States
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