title: Bibliotherapy and beyond.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  Using literature and television to promote mental health.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  To expand readers' awareness of how literature can be used therapeutically.
  
  
  METHODS
  The author's personal experience hosting a TV program entitled, "Best Books in Town".
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Discussing literature can promote emotional catharsis, active problem solving, and personal insight in those who chose to participate.
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Lanza
mesh_terms: D001638:Bibliotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D002399:Catharsis; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008603:Mental Health; D011340:Problem Solving; D013690:Television