Bibliotherapy as an emotional recovery tool

Abstract

This reflection on the field of activity of librarians emphasize the effectiveness of Bibliotherapy in the re-establishment of individuals suffering from emotional disorders. The general objective is to discuss issues re-lated to emotional disorders, while presenting Biblio-therapeutic suggestions as complementary alternatives. The field of action, both for the librarian as for any oth-er professional, implies realizing that each profession is linked to a certain level of knowledge. Bibliotherapy as a reading practice uses verbal and nonverbal texts as adjuvants in the treatment of people affected by physical or mental illnesses. Bibliotherapy is recommended for people facing emotional disorders.