Video: Challenging the idea of catharsis (White, 2005)

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by Stephen Madigan

Michael White challenges the modern psychological idea of catharsis - the releasing and discharging of pain as a means of healing as it relates to trauma.

Michael White challenges the modern psychological idea of catharsis - the releasing and discharging of pain as a means of healing as it relates to trauma.

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