BIBLIOTHERAPY IN BULGARIA: A STUDY OF PERCEPTIONS, APPLICATION AND EDUCATIONAL PERSPECTIVES

This report summarizes the activities and results implemented during the second phase of the project "Study of Attitudes towards the Therapeutic Potential of Reading in Atypical Situations for the Individual".The main focus of this phase is the conduct of an empirical study among library professionals in Bulgaria, aimed at investigating the level of knowledge, understanding and practical application of bibliotherapy in a library environment, as well as the development and popularization of bibliographic and educational resources focused on bibliotherapy.The project demonstrates a significant contribution to increasing the information provision and systematization of knowledge about bibliotherapy, strengthening the connection between science, academic education and practice, as well as popularizing the therapeutic potential of reading among library professionals and the general public.The results of this project are of key importance for the development of library science and practice, providing new knowledge and solutions in the service of society.