Therapeutic Writing in the Personal Development of Children: An Applied Study in an Educational Context
Therapeutic Writing in the Personal Development of Children: An Applied Study in an Educational Context

Summary/Abstract: This paper is a pilot study exploring the role of therapeutic writing in the personal development of primary school children, analyzing the effects of a 16-session program based on expressive and narrative techniques. The aim of the study was to observe the impact of these activities on well-being, engagement, and emotional self-regulation. The research was conducted on a sample of 16 students and used The EPOCH Measure of Adolescent Well-being (pre–post) questionnaire alongside systematic qualitative observations. Activities included therapeutic letters, emotion-centered stories, narrative writing exercises, and gratitude journaling. The results showed increases in engagement, social connection, and perseverance, confirming the hypothesis that therapeutic writing supports personal and emotional development. Although exploratory, the study provides a solid basis for applying expressive interventions in educational settings and for expanding research on the psychological benefits of writing in children.

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