Dr Josephine Biglin J.M.Biglin@salford.ac.uk
Lecturer in Psychology
Embodied and sensory experiences of therapeutic space : refugee place-making within an urban allotment
Biglin, JM
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Abstract
This article extends theorising on how spaces act therapeutically by using the lens of sensory and embodied ethnography to explore refugee place-making within an urban allotment located in the North West, UK. Findings suggest being physically present when allotment tending has potential to be therapeutic without the need for verbal communication. Physical activity distracted participants from internal stress. Sensory nostalgia provided continuity with past and present selves and the anthropomorphism of plants acted as a reminder to nurture the self and allowed for cathartic telling of stories. Findings are important if places of restoration and healing are to be sought out for refugees.
Citation
Biglin, J. (2020). Embodied and sensory experiences of therapeutic space : refugee place-making within an urban allotment. Health and Place, 62, 102309. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2020.102309
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Feb 21, 2020 |
Online Publication Date | Mar 2, 2020 |
Publication Date | Mar 2, 2020 |
Deposit Date | Mar 2, 2022 |
Publicly Available Date | Mar 2, 2022 |
Journal | Health & Place |
Print ISSN | 1353-8292 |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Volume | 62 |
Pages | 102309 |
ISBN | 18732054-13538292 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2020.102309 |
Publisher URL | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthplace.2020.102309 |
Related Public URLs | http://www.journals.elsevier.com/health-and-place/ |
Additional Information | Access Information : The Accepted Manuscript of this output is also available at: https://www.research.manchester.ac.uk/portal/en/publications/embodied-and-sensory-experiences-of-therapeutic-space-refugee-placemaking-in-an-urban-allotment(51ab248a-c15a-4111-a367-b8e128b6732e).html |
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