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

A new study provides evidence that indulging our creative side could provide everyone with a significant well-being boost.

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 ...

It’s not news that many people turn to arts and crafts for the mental health benefits. However, most studies on its outcomes have focused on clinical patients and the effects of specific activities.

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 ...

As I have written previously, doctors in Canada and the U.K. have been writing prescriptions for mental health-boosting activities like going to an art museum or picking up a few houseplants with ...

More information: Elizabeth A. Quinn et al, Group arts interventions for depression and anxiety among older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Nature Mental Health (2025). DOI: 10.1038 ...

Daniel Grant is the author of several books on the arts, all published by Allworth Press, including The Business of Being an Artist (4th edition, 2010), Selling Art Without Galleries (2006) and ...

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.

Research has shown that engaging in arts and crafts has greater mental health benefits than employment. A new study finds this applies to the general population, too.