Art and Drumming: A Study on Affect, Attachment and Self-Esteem with Older Adults (N/NY-GE6242)
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Deanna Mank, PhD, ATR-BC, LMFT
The focus of my work is to facilitate successful aging and assist individuals with serious and chronic mental illness develop and utilize coping skills based in the creative arts. Therapeutic modalities based in art and music are utilized. My credentials include a PhD, registered and board certified in Art Therapy and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I also am a Certified Trauma Professional.
The findings of a multi-method, experimental research study to determine the possible benefits to overall well-being of older adults participating in art and drumming will be presented. Quantitative and qualitative data as well as the phenomenological results of the study will be detailed and discussed.