The power of place: Trauma recovery and memorialization

In this paper, places of trauma, physical locations that reflect the Celtic spiritual concept of "thin places," simultaneously represent real life events, possess symbolic meaning, and become places for active, engaged social activity related to memorialization. I explore how these places...

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Main Author: Arel, Stephanie N. (Author)
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Language:English
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Published: Stellenbosch University [2018]
In: Stellenbosch theological journal
Year: 2018, Volume: 4, Issue: 2, Pages: 15-32
IxTheo Classification:ZD Psychology
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