Bibliotherapyby:

Safwanah, Syafiqa, Hanani, Fariza

AdvantagesThis method provides the opportunity for the participants to recognize and understand themselves and their characteristics. It may also promote social development as well as love of literature in general, and reading in particular. (Gladding & Gladding, 1991). It reduces the feelings of isolation that may be felt by people with problems.

It helps the children identify with characters in stories and connects the world of books to their own lives.Through reading and discussion, children can gain positive insights into their situations and discover new problem-solving techniques.Bibliotherapy and reading provide companionship and friendship for children.

Bibliotherapy introduces them to the touch, the feel, and the sound of stories for the first time.With bibliotherapy, we can begin to promote literacy, cognitive development, and positive attitudes toward books.

Limitations of bibliotherapy

Materials are limited only to certain topics.

Participant may be defensive, thus discounting the actions of the characters and failing to identify with them

limited knowledge of developmental problems of the facilitatorsFacilitators may have inadequate knowledge about appropriate literatureParticipant may be unwilling to discuss areas that are uncomfortable.Facilitator may insist on making a point at the expense of the participant/s.

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