
An art journal is like a regular writing journal with the exception that you use expressive arts to produce your entries. This is especially useful for individuals who lack the ability to articulate with words or lack speech all together. However, it seems that an art journal can help not only with communication, but can improve brain function as well.
Left Brain Functions
uses logic
detail oriented
facts rule
words and language
present and past
math and science
can comprehend
knowing
acknowledges
order/pattern perception
knows object name
reality based
forms strategies
practical
safe
Right Brain Functions
uses feeling
"big picture" oriented
imagination rules
symbols and images
present and future
philosophy & religion
can "get it" (i.e. meaning)
believes
appreciates
spatial perception
knows object function
fantasy based
presents possibilities
impetuous
risk taking
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