In diesem Gespräch in der Zeitschrift für Psychodrama und Soziometrie (ZPS) berichten Traudl Alberg, Beate Mitzscherlich und Christina Schierwagen über die Entwicklung des Psychodramas in der DDR vom Sozialpsychologischen Training an der Universität Jena über Selbsterfahrungsgruppen unter Anleitung westdeutscher Psychodramatiker*innen bis hin zu den Umbrüchen der Wendezeit.
Der Beitrag der Zeitschrift für Psychodrama und Soziometrie behandelt in loser Folge verschiedene Interventionen, welche die Autor*innen gerne bei unliebsamen Gefühlen einsetzen.
This article in the Zeitschrift für Psychodrama und Soziometrie presents a narrative review on the current state of psychodrama practices addressing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The objective was to identify and discuss the existing scientific production on the use of psychodrama in this context. To this end, a literature review was conducted using indexed and non-indexed articles from different databases between 2000 and 2024. Nineteen articles were included in the analysis; the results indicated a low level of scientific production on the topic, with a predominance of publications in non-indexed journals and with limited circulation beyond the psychodramatic field. Furthermore, the articles found mostly present theoretical or case studies, describing the general benefits of psychodrama, especially when associated with other therapeutic approaches. However, investigations with more robust methodological designs are scarce. It is concluded that, despite the positive indications regarding the use of psychodrama in the treatment of people with ASD, there is a need to expand and improve research in the area, aiming for a greater understanding of its applications, the populations that can be best benefited, as well as any potential contraindications.
This article in the Zeitschrift für Psychodrama und Soziometrie (ZPS) focuses on an analysis of the theoretical and methodological basis of nearly 50 ecological change seminars conducted by Marjut Partanen-Hertell (Partanen-Hertell and Kauppila 2026a). Earth systems on the planet are losing their resilience. Profound transformations are needed to secure the balance of ecosystems and humanity’s long-term viability as an integral part of nature. Transformative learning is essential for more conscious agency for sustainability. A conceptual analysis shows that Morenean processes and transformative learning include similar elements that enhance the transformation of learners’ attitudes and worldviews so as to enable critical reflection and change in agency. The analysis proposes that Morenean processes offer a relevant option for developing transformative learning and pedagogy for ecological and sustainability education.
