Austin Chung
Seoul International School
Abstract
Creative and expressive writing have long been tools of communication, but research now shows they can also be powerful tools of healing. From lowering stress levels to boosting intellectual capacity and even helping to heal people from trauma, writing is more than an emotional outlet—it’s a way to recover and become better. This essay explores the psychological, emotional, cognitive, and social benefits of writing, particularly during emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. It suggests its more widespread use as a therapeutic and developmental force.
