2. What are Recreational and Diversion Therapies?
• Recreational and diversion therapies are therapeutic
interventions that utilize leisure activities, hobbies, and
engaging experiences to promote physical, emotional, and
psychological well-being.
• They are designed to enhance quality of life, foster social
connections, reduce stress, and improve overall health
outcomes.
4. Benefits of Art therapy
Stress Reduction: Engaging in art-making activities can help individuals relax and reduce
stress levels
Improved Self-Esteem: Creating art can boost self-esteem and self-confidence by providing a
sense of accomplishment and mastery
Enhanced Communication Skills: Art therapy encourages individuals to express themselves
visually, fostering better communication and self-expression
Emotional Healing: Art-making can serve as a therapeutic outlet for processing emotions,
trauma, and grief
Increased Self-Awareness: Through the creative process, individuals gain insight into their
thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
5. Slide 6: Dance/Movement Therapy
Body Awareness:
Dance/movement
therapy helps
individuals
become more
aware of their
bodies,
movements, and
physical
sensations
Emotional Expression: Movement
provides a non-verbal means of
expressing and processing emotions
that may be difficult to articulate
verbally
Improved Self-
Confidence:
Dance/movement
therapy encourages
individuals to
explore and
celebrate their
unique movement
styles, fostering self-
confidence and self-
Enhanced Interpersonal Relationships:
Group dance/movement therapy
sessions promote social interaction,
empathy, and cooperation among
participants
6. Drama Therapy
Emotional Release: Drama therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for
individuals to express and release emotions
Increased Empathy: Through role-playing and perspective-taking exercises,
individuals develop a deeper understanding and empathy for others
Creative Problem-Solving: Drama therapy encourages individuals to think
creatively and explore alternative solutions to problems
Improved Communication Skills: Engaging in dramatic activities enhances verbal
and non-verbal communication skills, including active listening and assertiveness
Catharsis and Healing: Participating in dramatic activities can lead to cathartic
experiences and emotional healing by confronting and processing unresolved
issues
7. Horticultural
Therapy
Stress Reduction: Spending time in nature and
engaging in gardening activities promotes relaxation,
reduces stress levels, and improves overall mood and
well-being
Sensory Stimulation: Gardening stimulates the
senses, including sight, touch, smell, and taste,
providing a rich and immersive sensory experience
Skill Development: Horticultural therapy enhances
cognitive and motor skills, including problem-solving,
planning, organization, and fine motor coordination
Connection to Nature: Gardening fosters a deep
connection to nature and the environment, promoting
ecological awareness, conservation, and
sustainability
8. Recreation Therapy
Physical Rehabilitation: Recreation therapy helps individuals
regain strength, endurance, and mobility through structured
physical activities and exercises
Social Integration: Participating in group recreational activities
promotes socialization, communication, and interpersonal
relationships among individuals
Cognitive Stimulation: Engaging in mentally stimulating leisure
activities such as puzzles, games, and trivia exercises cognitive
function, memory, and problem-solving skills
10. Slide 1 : Introduction
• Sexual development is a dynamic process that
occurs across the lifespan, encompassing
physical, emotional, and social aspects of
human sexuality
11. Slide 2: Infancy
and Early
Childhood
• Infants and young children begin to
explore their bodies and sensations,
including genital exploration, as a
natural part of development
• Early childhood is a time of learning
about gender identity and
understanding differences between
boys and girls
• Children develop a sense of modesty
and privacy regarding their bodies
during this stage
12. Slide 3:
Adolescence
Adolescence marks the onset of puberty,
a period of rapid physical and hormonal
changes
Puberty involves the development of
secondary sexual characteristics and the
onset of menstruation in girls and sperm
production in boys
Adolescents experience sexual
maturation.
13. Slide 5: Young
Adulthood
Individuals continue to develop
their sexual identity,
preferences, and values
Young adults navigate issues
such as contraception, sexual
health, and safe sexual
practices
14. Slide 6: Adulthood
• Adulthood encompasses diverse experiences related to
sexuality, including long-term partnerships, marriages,
and relationships
• Sexual expression and satisfaction vary widely among
adults and may be influenced by factors such as aging,
health, and relationship dynamics
15. Slide 7: Older Adulthood and Aging
• Sexual development continues into older adulthood.
• Challenges related to aging, such as changes in physical health and
libido, may impact sexual functioning
• Recognizing and addressing the sexual health needs of older adults
is essential for promoting overall well-being and quality of life
16. Slide 8: Conclusion
• Sexual development is a lifelong process influenced by biological,
psychological, social, and cultural factors
• Promoting healthy sexual development requires comprehensive
education, open communication, and access to supportive
resources at every stage of life
