Journal of Psychology & Psychotherapy
Open Access
ISSN: 2161-0487
ISSN: 2161-0487
Višnja Bandalo
University of Zagreb, Croatia
Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Psychol Psychother
Statement of the Problem: This cutting-edge paper attributes proper metallization in connection with positive psychology aiding in psychosomatic processes on the compelling examples drawn from artistic cultural constructs in the context of environmental science. It utterly innovatively explores the focal role of creative force and why it matters for constitutional self by delving into interrelations between psyche and soma and analysing physiological basis for instinctual energy from the perspective of neuroscience. Methodology & Theoretical Orientation: The presentation relies on medical understandings in taking as illustrations visual artworks, including phenomena like eco-musealization, along with otherwise artistic (musical, architectural) representations of nature as well as correlative environmental literary narratives in English, French, German and Italian-language in global perspectives in the pursuit of cultivating a sharpened inner sense of self and resolving trauma-related issues. In exploring how to bring to the psychosomatic healing it considers brain-imaging tools in monitoring neural activity in relation to the concept of sustainability. Findings: The paper presents a detailed analysis of specific cases to illustrate how self-expression through artistic exercises, that often involve probing the subconscious and extending beyond immediate conscious recall, as deeper emotional and psychological layers that are not readily available through immediate thought, can facilitate healing of somatic experiences. It occurs through a sustained dialogue with the external environment, fostering a syntonic relationship that is conducive to optimal healing enhancing individual well-being, bridged by artistic involvement. Conclusion & Significance: This interaction between self-reflection and the surrounding world comprised within in an ecological sense not only nurtures creativity but also promotes a holistic improvement, integrating mind and body in a profound way. This presentation explores the productive entanglements of biomedical and humanities studies through an interdisciplinary approach that enhances both fields, with ecology as the guiding thread, providing various scientific opportunities that would have otherwise remained unexplored.
Višnja Bandalo obtained a B.A. in Italian and French at the Zagreb University. She obtained an M.A. in philology, and she received a Ph.D. in reflexive writing at the Zagreb University. Since 2004 she works at the Department of Italian, Zagreb University, obtaining a qualification of Research Associate in 2013. She authored more than 100 publications. She is the author of monographs "The Book About Oneself" (Ceres, 2011); "Discursive Features of Diaries in Modern Italian Literature" (LAP, 2018); "Convergences and Comparisons" (LAP, 2019). She presented 39 papers at 37 International Scientific Conferences in USA, Canada, UK, France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Croatia, Slovenia, Poland, Bulgaria. She is the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Neurology & Neurophysiology. She is a Peer reviewer, Editor and Member of the Scientific Boards in many international Book Series, Learned Societies, Scientific Projects as well as academic journals. Her Postdoctoral specialisations include, among other, Cornell University