A Case Report Illustrating the Use of Creative Writing As A Therapeutic Recreation Intervention in a Dualdiagnosis Residential Treatment Center

Authors

  • Charles Gillispie

Keywords:

Creative Writing, Dual-diagnosis, Therapeutic Recreation

Abstract

Creative writing can be used as a therapeutic recreation intervention in a dual-diagnosis, residential treatment program. A case report of a 24-year-old woman with diagnoses of Alcohol Abuse, Recurrent Major Depression and Impulse Control Disorder is presented which illustrates the use of creative writing as a treatment intervention. Therapeutic recreation goals can be achieved by utilizing creative writing techniques as demonstrated by this case.

Published

2003-10-24

Issue

Section

Practice Perspective