The Benefits of Art in Therapy
Art-making can have a profound impact. It is a natural and satisfying way to express feelings and thoughts non-verbally. Expressive arts can be effective for the general as well as the aging population. Art-making in a therapeutic setting assists individuals to bridge their inner experience into an outward form. |
The experiential arts have many benefits including the following:
Reducing depression and anxiety
Helping individuals to relax
Increasing self-esteem
Fostering a strong sense of identity
Providing a sense of control
Encouraging playfulness and a sense of humor
Nurturing spirituality
Reducing boredom
In additional to above, it benefits the elderly population in the following ways:
Improving cognition and memories
Offering sensory stimulation
Assisting socialization
Reducing depression and anxiety
Helping individuals to relax
Increasing self-esteem
Fostering a strong sense of identity
Providing a sense of control
Encouraging playfulness and a sense of humor
Nurturing spirituality
Reducing boredom
In additional to above, it benefits the elderly population in the following ways:
Improving cognition and memories
Offering sensory stimulation
Assisting socialization