Kunsttherapie in Ost und West

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The collection features diverse contributions exploring the intersection of art therapy, psychology, and care for vulnerable populations. It includes a project by Björn Noack focusing on art therapy with chronically dependent individuals, and Regine Gienger's experiences working with older adults in a care facility through a mobile studio. Margareta Thiel presents a transformative art project for early-traumatized offenders, while Gisela Schmeer and Christian Mayer examine the potential for a graphic disease theory in visual representations of illness. Silke Heimes discusses enhancing children's writing skills through a fairy tale workshop, and Ruth Janschek-Schlesinger shares a life collage project centered on Charlotte Kollmorgen, celebrated by Norbert Suhr. Reviews highlight significant works in the field, including Tilmann Moser’s insights on art as a reflection of the psyche, Monika Pallion’s ideas on culturally sensitive elder care with a focus on dementia, and Sybille Rockstroh’s exploration of biological psychology. Karl-Heinz Menzen reviews Claudia Büeler's art therapy project for dementia patients and Brigitte Bothe's narrative approach in psychotherapy, while Peter Rech reflects on Josef Beuys' educational legacy, showcasing the profound impact of art and narrative in therapeutic contexts.