The chapter focuses on the issues through an extended case study, supported by further case vignettes. Issues covered include the effect of a life-limiting illness on the whole family, the value of the reflective space offered by art therapy, and the sick child's need to develop normally. This is balanced by the need for at times for extra care, the pain and loss of the child who loses independence and the ability to keep up with their peers. The author draws on developmental and attachment theories, and family dynamics.
Bissonet, J. 2015. Intimations of Mortality: Art therapy with children and young people with life-limiting illnesses. In Liebmann, S. & Weston, S. (eds). Art therapy with physical conditions. Jessica Kingsley.