정신병원 실무자들의 병동 내 환자 대상 사이코드라마 참여 경험에 대한 질적 연구 = A Qualitative Study on Mental Health Practitioners’ Experiences of Participating in Psychodrama with Patients within a Psychiatric Hospital Ward

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This qualitative study explored the experiences of seven mental health practitioners who participated in psychodrama conducted with patients within a psychiatric hospital ward. Using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method, in-depth interview data were analyzed, and six core themes were identified. Participants recognized that institutional and spatial contexts influenced participation and reported experiencing both expectations and anxiety during their initial encounters with psychodrama. As they observed patients’ behavioral and emotional changes, they developed confidence in the therapeutic potential of psychodrama and experienced self-reflection and professional growth. They also acknowledged structural limitations and the need for improvement in ward operations while confirming the therapeutic value and applicability of psychodrama. The findings indicate that psychodrama functions as a therapeutic setting that fosters reflection and growth not only for patients but also for practitioners. The study highlights the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration and institutional support to ensure the sustainable implementation of psychodrama within psychiatric hospital wards.