Bibliotherapeutic

/ˌbɪbli.oʊ.θɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/ adjective

Relating to the use of reading books and literature as a treatment for emotional, psychological, or medical problems.

From biblio- (book) + therapeutic (healing treatment). This modern term emerged in the 20th century as psychology recognized literature's healing effects.

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