2023 ATRA Annual Conference Program (Tentative)
St. Louis, MO - Hilton Frontenac St. Louis
On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023
*Sessions subject to change.
* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.
*Check pdf for NCTRC Specialty Certification approved courses.
Effectiveness Use Bibliotherapy on Older Adults with Mental Health Conditions
Session Description
Books can be a powerful tool for individuals longing to relate to others or escape into a different world. Reading can be an inexpensive solitary activity, while also offering opportunities to foster relationships and relate to others. This session will explore the research behind why bibliotherapy works as a therapeutic tool for older adults with mental health conditions and will offer evidence-based implications for practice, including examples and resources for practitioners and students.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify 3 benefits clients receive from participating in bibliotherapy.
2. Identify 4 methods to implement bibliotherapy into RT programs.
3. Discuss how different diagnoses can be positively impacted by bibliotherapy.
Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Older Adults
Target Audience
New Graduates/New Professionals
Mid-Career Professionals
Primary Presenter
Lindsey LaFountain
Credentials
BS, CTRS (Pending)