Strategies for Directing Psychodrama With the Adolescent

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  • MARVIN KNITTEL Author

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https://doi.org/10.12926/8f7t8t46

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Adolescent

Abstract

In this article, the author describes specific strategies that have been successful when psychodramatic techniques have been used with adolescent groups. The typical group member has had a history of alcohol and drug abuse. Conclusions presented come from more than 16 years of weekly group-counseling sessions. Psychodrama has been found to be uniquely suited to the adolescent who is dealing with the problems mentioned here and other issues.

References

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Elkind, D. (1974). Children and adolescents. (2nd ed.). New York: Oxford Press.

Hayes, R. L. (1984). Coping with loss: A developmental approach to helping children and youth. Counselling and Development, 3, 1-12.

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2025-03-14

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Vol. 43 No. 3 (1990): Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama, and Sociometry

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