The Power of Narratives: Increasing Empathic Awareness Among Vulnerable Populations Utilizing the Narrative Method

Abstract

The Narrative Method™ or TNM is a program that uses stories and storytelling to help individuals connect deeply and create more meaningful relationships. TNM gives voice to individuals whose stories have been misunderstood or never heard at all by teaching the steps of A.W.E. – Awareness, Wonder, and Empathy. Drawing on human experiences, TNM teaches communication skills that lead to mutual understanding, increased tolerance and empathy. This research project explored the experiences of (n=44) individuals (i.e. Veterans, those experiencing homelessness, and substance abuse and addiction) who participated in a 12 week group session utilizing TNM.

Presenters

Allen Lipscomb
Associate Professor & Director of MSW Online Programs, California State University Northridge, Department of Social Work, California, United States

Wendy Ashley
Professor and Department Chair, Social Work, California State University Northridge, California, United States

Samantha Hertz

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

The Physiology, Kinesiology and Psychology of Wellness in its Social Context

KEYWORDS

The Narrative Method, Vulnerable Populations, Empathic Awareness

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