title: Using structured writing experiences to promote mental health.
abstract: 1. Structured writing activities can be used in a therapeutic context for diverse purposes. 2. Selecting a particular writing modality should be based on individual clients' needs and abilities. 3. Therapeutic goals for writing interventions should be defined clearly prior to implementation.
authors.affiliation: Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine - HU15, P.O. Box 850,  Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA.
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Dellasega
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000339:Affect; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing / Q000379:methods; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D014956:Writing