Examples of EXAT
Is digital art an example of EXAT in the modern era of the theory?
Yes! It sure it and has grown a lot since the pandemic.
Aristotle is a notable figure from which era? Bonus 100 points if you can tell us what concept he introduced in his Poetics work.
Ancient Origins! Bonus point: Catharsis!
Which era was the expressive art form of Bone Flutes from?
The Prehistoric Era!
True or False: A strength of expressive arts therapy is the promotion of creative expression and self-discovery, due to its many creative approaches.
True!
The EXAT modality is unstructured and lacks empirical evidence. True or False
True!
Can multiple forms of creativity like music, movement, and painting be used in the same session/creative process when using EXAT?
100% That is the whole idea!
What is Paolo Knill known for contributing to this theory development?
He was the one that introduced and empathized the importance of integrating multiple creative techniques, rather than just visual arts.
Leonardo Di Vinci and Michelangelo were artists that explored human anatomy and emotion in detail, transforming art from more than just decor in which era?
The Renaissance Era!
Is nonverbal expression a strength of EXAT?
It sure is!
The EXAT modality is subject to counsellor interpretation which requires extreme caution. True or False
True! Making this a big limitation, due to the risk of counsellor projection, transference, and countertransference.
Is visual arts still considered an expressive art technique even though it is used for art therapy?
Yes! The difference is EXAT is not limited to only visual arts.
Hippocrates was known as the father of ____ ?
Father of Medicine!
Which century did Expressive Arts Therapy finally form and emerge in?
The 20th Century!
The nervous system can be soothed through creative process which makes EXAT a good modality for trauma processing. True or False?
True!
The EXAT model risks client re-traumatization due to the lack of structure and potential for client overwhelm. True or false?
True! It is important to use other grounding techniques and anchors when working with this modality in case a client needs resourcing.