Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Jennifer Overaa


Moulton, E. (2014). Bibliotherapy for Teens: Helpful Tips and Recommended Fiction. School Library Journal. Retrieved September 9, 2015, from http://www.slj.com/2014/11/teens-ya/bibliotherapy-for-teens-helpful-tips-and-recommended-fiction/#_

This article written by a teen librarian at a New Hampshire public library promotes the use of fiction as an accessory to therapy.   The right story with a protaganist dealing with anxiety, sexual assault, eating disorder, Aspergers etc. can help a teen with similar issues feel less isolated and help other teens understands family or friends with these issues.  She recommends setting up a display or reading list with books categorized by mental disorder. 

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