Recent debate surrounding euthanasia has focused on the question of whether quality of life for terminally-ill patients can be enhanced. The introduction of art therapy into palliative care settings represents a bold attempt to allow such patients to regain feelings of control over their lives. This comprehensive volume provides accessible introductions to both art therapy and palliative care and detailed analysis of the practice and results of palliative art therapy. Containing contributions drawn from a wide range of palliative care professions, and from patients, this text should be valuable reading for anyone wishing to gain a full understanding of this application of art therapy.
