Moreno’s Role Theory Adapted from “Psychodrama: A Creative Method to Survive and Thrive” by Hod Orkibi, PhD Moreno’s developmental theory is closely tied to his role theory. Like a spontaneous actor, the infant takes on a new role where … Continue reading →
Moreno’s Theory of Child Development Adapted from “Psychodrama: A Creative Method to Survive and Thrive” by Hod Orkibi, PhD In Moreno’s spontaneity theory of child development, pregnancy is viewed as a warm-up for both mother and fetus that culminates … Continue reading →
We want to share with you an article from the NY Times Science Section (Nov 30, 2023) that validates the role of psychodrama in the trauma healing journey: Brain Study Suggests Traumatic Memories Are Processed as Present Experience by Ellen … Continue reading →
Psychodrama group psychotherapy as an effective treatment for PTSD and depression in inpatient substance use treatment: a mixed methods study by Scott Giacomucci, Joshua Marquit, Rachel Saccarelli & Haydn Briggs This is part of an ongoing line of research at … Continue reading →
Effectiveness of Drama-Based Therapies on Mental Health Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Controlled Studies by Hod Orkibi, Shoshi Keisari, Nisha L. Sajnani, & Martina de Witte This systematic review and meta-analysis of published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and … Continue reading →
Psychodrama as an effective treatment for trauma and PTSD experience by Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, TEP Recent findings have challenged trauma therapists to consider alternative and adjunctive approaches to talk therapy and cognitive approaches. At the same time, these new … Continue reading →
Psychodrama and Drama Therapy: A Comparison by Efrat Kedem-Tahar & Natan Kellermann This article explains the historical genesis and practice of Psychodrama and Drama Therapy; two philosophies of healing with similarities and distinct differences. The full text of the article … Continue reading →
