''See also:'' [[Diary]]
A journal is another name for a [[diary]] which is a written and/or audiovisual memorabilic record with entries organized by date. The process of maintaining a diary is referred to as journaling. According to Sarah Bence, OTR/L, "Journaling as a therapeutic activity is different than keeping a diary."<ref>[https://www.verywellhealth.com/journaling-7498123 The Benefits of Creating a Journaling Routine] By Sarah Bence, OTR/L, VeryWellHealth.com</ref>
Oftentimes, when a journal is kept by a woman it is referred to as a diary, but journals that are kept by men are referred to as journals.
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