ART THERAPY TO REDUCE ANXIETY LEVELS IN CHILDREN VICTIMS OF FLASH FLOODS

Abstract

ABSTRACT

The flash flood that occurred in Tanah Datar Regency, West Sumatra on Saturday, May 11, 2024, has caused major damage and significant loss of life. This flood was triggered by very high rainfall, and several areas were severely affected by a mixture of air flooding and volcanic ash from Mount Marapi. Psychological disorders due to the impact of the disaster on children will have an impact on the child's subsequent development. So this condition needs serious attention to handle and restore the trauma that occurs in children. The problems that occur in children are psychological mental health problems, such as; anxiety problems (anxiety), stress (pressure), depression (depression), and trauma. The implementation of PKM in Nagari Rambatan Tanah Datar is carried out with participatory and collaborative principles. First, provide an explanation with a lecture method through storytelling using simple and easy-to-understand language. Provide Art Therapy (coloring and singing) to children in Nagari Rambatan Tanah Datar. Art Therapy is provided in 2 sessions or 2 stages. The first session is coloring and session 2 is singing. The results of the PKM children have accepted and are grateful for the conditions they are experiencing, the children have accepted the situation. However, there are still children who are still afraid to return home because they are still on alert. The level of anxiety in children has decreased, children feel happy and happy in participating in PKM activities. Children are also enthusiastic in participating in each session. Such as children telling about events and their feelings after the Galodo disaster or flash flood.

Keywords: trauma healing, art therapy, anxiety