Research has shown that engaging in arts and crafts has greater mental health benefits than employment. A new study finds ...

Colleges have invested in creative partnerships to support student health and wellness, inspiring community and emotional ...

The Transformative Power Of The Arts. A 2023 report on Psychology Today outlined how social prescribing programs originated decades ago by healthcare providers in the U.K.The intent was to address ...

In the aftermath of grant cuts from the National Endowment of Arts (NEA) and its consequent trickle down to other arts ...

Slowing down and taking the time to focus on creating for oneself, whether that be painting, drawing, writing or dancing, removes people from their everyday stressors, said Angelique Racki, director ...

Research also reveals that arts and crafts are better for your mental health than meditation, with 25% of those quizzed finding that being artistic elevates their emotional clarity.

Try these eight activities to improve your happiness and mental ... No matter where your hobbies fall in the lineup, you get tangible mental health benefits from them. Art lets you express your ...

Additionally, the researchers are developing an open-access book as a resource for psychosocial support specialists and art therapists. “We see tremendous potential for indigenous arts practices to be ...

Research finds that, in general, art in our everyday lives can nurture our well-being and prevent or alleviate symptoms of physical and mental illness. All this evidence suggests that artistic ...