Friday, December 21, 2012

The Power Of Art Helps Foster Children Heal Their Wounds

By Natasha Moore


There are many children in the world who come from broken homes. These teens may find themselves roaming the streets at all hours of the day and night looking for something that might give them satisfaction. Since many of these teens are are very angry, they might find satisfaction in doing bad things that can have a very negative affect on their lives. There are some people who are working to provide alternatives to these youths in how they express themselves. The activists are developing programs in schools and community centers where a child can see themselves differently through the power of art.

These programs generally focus on young people between the age of twelve and eighteen. They are considered as at risk youth because they usually come from broken homes that offer little love and guidance. Many of these youngsters turn to the streets to find acceptance. Many of them will engage in behavior that might have a damaging affect on their lives.

The children that the activists can be found in certain places. The teens are the ones who frequent the family court system or might be in foster programs. They can be found in alternative schools that cater to youth who have trouble staying in a regular school.

Researchers are looking for way to introduce the youngsters to a different way of venting their anger and frustrations. The researchers hope that by giving these young people a healthy way to express themselves they will begin to care about themselves and others. If they can get a troubled teen to accept that they have value, then they may decide to build a good life for themselves.

Working in the arts usually involves showing a secret piece of oneself to others. A person can release what they have been hiding in them for a long time and, through this release, be able to let it go. There is a possibility that the burdens can be lifted so they do not drag a person down anymore.

A child can use many different forms of expression to express themselves. They can write and produce a short play. Some children will pick up a brush and paint a scene that reflects their life. What is important is that the youths be able to be in charge of what they want to express. They should not be made to feel like they are not an active participant in the process.

Most programs utilize the services of professional artists. These are people who have the skills and knowledge on how to create the images that others will see. They can give these skills to the youth as a present that can last a life time. An artist might be able to relate to what the child has gone through and can develop a positive connection with them. A connection that could very well be life affirming as they travel through life.

Teens who have not been treating well at home can have many problems. They are often psychological and emotionally scarred as a result of mistreatment by those who should be providing them love and attention. Some professionals feel that getting them involved in the power of art program can be a good way for them to see themselves in a different way that leads to positive changes in their lives.




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