Understanding Bibliotherapy Models: A Descriptive Analysis of Recommended Reading Practices
Author(s): Sunita Bhuiya & Prof. Dr. Antonette Lobo
Abstract: Bibliotherapy, the therapeutic use of literature, is recognized as an effective intervention for promoting emotional, cognitive and academic development across the lifespan. This descriptive qualitative study analyzes bibliotherapy models, age-specific book selection, reading practices, and the role of facilitators, particularly academic librarians, in supporting student well-being and learning outcomes. Drawing on peer-reviewed literature, institutional guides and curated bibliotherapy resources, the study identifies developmental;, creative, prescriptive and crisis-oriented bibliotherapy models and examines their application across children, adolescents and adults.....
Keywords - Bibliotherapy Models, Reading Interventions, Literature based therapy and Self-help reading practices.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.12.3.2026.2135
Cite This Article As: Bhuiya, S. & Lobo, A. (2026) Understanding Bibliotherapy Models: A Descriptive Analysis of Recommended Reading Practices. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 12(3) 62-71. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-2135 Page: 62-71 Publication Date: 3 August 2026