We recently published a retrospective analysis of over 100 SM self-portrait masks and the brain correlates of their response to art therapy (Payano Sosa et al., 2023).

Hosted by Flemingdon Health Centre, the ' Art Therapy for Relaxation and Stress Relief' group blends creativity, mindfulness, relaxation, human connection and healing. We invite participants to ...

Bottom line Art therapy improves mental health as a creative outlet. It's versatile and effective for dealing with stress, trauma, and fostering overall well-being.

Stress relief- Art helps one be more calm and at ease. Mindfulness- It improves focus and helps the mind to find clarity. Emotional expression- Unsaid words are expressed better in art sometimes.

Just like other forms of psychotherapy, art therapy can only be conducted in the presence of a qualified professional — but there are many therapeutic art activities you can try at home.

One 2018 review looked at 37 studies on the effects of art therapy in people with anxiety and found that participants had significantly reduced stress after they did 1 of 4 forms of arts ...

While the holidays can be stressful, there are beautiful ways to help ease that stress and bring families together. An art studio in south Minneapolis focuses on art therapy and brings people ...

Geared towards women, they are being marketed as art therapy stress relievers. A printable colouring page from Secret Garden by Johanna Basford.