2007 Fiscal Year Final Research Report Summary
The effects of an outdoor experiential therapy program on the adolescents with mental problems
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16500374
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| Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
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| Allocation Type | Single-year Grants |
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| Section | 一般 |
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| Research Field |
Physical education
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| Research Institution | University of Tsukuba |
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Principal Investigator |
SAKAMOTO Akihiro University of Tsukuba, Gaducate School of Comprehensive human Science, Associate Professor (10251076)
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| Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) |
IMURA Hitoshi University of Tsukuba, Gaducate School of Comprehensive human Science, Associate Professor (30203334)
TADA Satoshi Meiji University, School of Low, Associate Professor (10276008)
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| Project Period (FY) |
2004 – 2007
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| Keywords | Outdoor Experience / Camp / Adolescent with mental problems / Clinical Psychology / Case Study / Individuation Process / Self Concept / Therapy |
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| Research Abstract |
The purpose of this research was to evaluate the outcomes of an outdoor experiential therapy program on adolescents with mental problems (truancy, emotional and behavioral disorders, etc.). A qualitative case study approach and a quantitative questionnaire survey were used to examine the program. The case study explored the individual meaning of psychosocial and physical impacts on each adolescent in the program. There were some cases that showed improved relationships: between the worlds of social environment and self, between mother and child, between self and self. In terms of physical development, there were some cases where the students recognized improvements in their physical strength or skills in outdoor activities, which in turn affected their self-esteem. The adolescents experienced various psychological tasks during the program and coped with them. These experiences were recognized as ''individuation processes''. A questionnaire survey on self-concept also showed the same results. Test scores of self-concept showed a significant increase in total score, achievement motive, effort, self-confidence and self-acceptance between pre-test (before the program) and post-test I (immediately after the program). There were no significant differences between pre-test and post-test II (one month after the program). The results revealed some differences from other studies. Some factors unique to this program are suggested.
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