Wellness
Wellness Benefits
Reducing Stress and Building Resilience
Engaging in creative activities such as painting, ceramics and woodwork can help reduce stress and anxiety levels. A study published in the Journal of Health Psychology found that creative expression can lower cortisol levels, a hormone associated with stress
Stuckey, H. L., & Nobel, J. (2010). The connection between art, healing, and public health: A review of current literature. American Journal of Public Health, 100(2), 254-263.
Enhancing mood
Creating art or music can lead to an increase in positive emotions, according to a study published in the Journal of Positive Psychology. Creative expression can also help individuals cope with negative emotions and increase their overall sense of well-being & resilience.
Lomas, T., et al. (2017). A systematic review of the relationship between mindfulness and creativity. Mindfulness, 8(6), 1411-1423.
Boosting cognitive function
Participating in creative activities can enhance cognitive function, including memory, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Studies have shown that engaging in creative activities can even reduce the risk of dementia and cognitive decline in older adults.
Gaggioli, A., et al. (2014). Active ageing through music and creative arts. Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 203, 379-384.
Root-Bernstein, R., & Root-Bernstein, M. (2015). Artistic scientists and scientific artists: The link between polymathy and creativity. Leonardo, 48(3), 213-219.
Promoting self-discovery
Creative expression can help individuals explore and understand themselves on a deeper level, leading to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance.
Daykin, N., et al. (2018). What works for wellbeing? A systematic review of wellbeing outcomes for music and singing in adults. Perspectives in Public Health, 138(1), 39-46.
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