The Use of Creative Drama with Acting-Out Sixth and Seventh Grade Boys and Girls

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  • John A. B. Allan

Abstract

This paper describes the development and use of creative drama with 30 children over a six month period. The children were seen weekly for half hour sessions in groups of 7 or 8. They were asked to create a short drama or play which was then video-taped and immediately played back for discussion. Overtime, the dramas evolved through four stages: chaos; control and chaos; control;and flexibility. Certain developmental and psychological themes also emerged.These were: narcissism and exhibitionism, activity, orality, dominance, morality, social themes, comedy and rhythm. These findings are discussed both from Freudian and Piagetian frameworks and several implications are raised.

 

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Published

2012-03-01

How to Cite

Allan, J. A. B. (2012). The Use of Creative Drama with Acting-Out Sixth and Seventh Grade Boys and Girls. Canadian Journal of Counselling and Psychotherapy, 11(3). Retrieved from https://cjc-rcc.ucalgary.ca/article/view/60115

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