A Study on Enhancing the Self-esteem of Female Inmates Through Art Activities*

Abstract

Art activities can be used correctly and effectively in association with the concept of enhancing selfesteem. The study was aimed at using art activities to enhance the self-esteem of 20 female inmates in the Central Prison of Khon Kaen Province. Methods were: 10 art activities of 12 sessions and pre-post tests (Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale) were given to and conducted on the female inmates. The results were positive: the levels of self-esteem tested showed statistical significance at 0.5, and their satisfaction with the art activities ranged from 4.25 to 4.90, showing that most were highly satisfied. Therefore, art activity can be an effective tool for enhancing self-esteem in female inmates. Future research should be carried out on male inmates for further validation of the use of art activity for self-esteem enhancement.