In Warsaw, art brings solace and hope to Ukrainian refugees
A “Slow-Looking” program at the National Museum in Warsaw, Poland is an innovative art therapy workshop for Ukrainian refugees.
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Art therapy offers an alternative to medication for depression and anxiety
Whether it’s music, clay or painting, research has shown that experiencing art makes us feel better. If only policymakers recognized the value.
Article in Healthing.ca by Robin Roberts
Mississauga Arts Council announces the winner of the Arts for Mental Health Award
Mississauga, ON – October 27, 2022 Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) is pleased to announce the winner of this year’s Arts for Mental Health Award, family physician and advocate for social justice and mental health, Dr. Colin Saldanha. Sponsored by Bell Canada, this award recognizes the work of individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to arts for mental health initiatives and is presented at MAC’s gala fundraiser for the arts, the MACsquerade Ball, returning this year on December 1st, 2022 at Le Treport. “It is an honour to be recognized for this award. Throughout my long history of public service and… Read More »Mississauga Arts Council announces the winner of the Arts for Mental Health Award
The Ozerdinc Grimes Family Therapeutic Recreation and Creative Arts Program
Learn about the Perley Health long term care home’s Therapeutic Recreation and Creative Arts Program for long term care residents
Next City: Welcome to Your Friendly Neighborhood Mental Health Center
While communities often see large mental health facilities as a threat, one Kansas City neighborhood is discovering it can be an asset.
Resource: 45 Tools and Resources for Student Mental Health (iReviews)
Website from California with services, tools, and resources to support the mental wellness of students.
Chicago WGN: Painting a new path to Covid recovery
Chicago pulmonary and critical care specialist who cares for the sickest of Covid patients uses art to process their pandemic experience.
WSJ Magazine: Is Looking at Art a Path to Mental Well-Being?
Though making art has long been regarded as a form of therapy through self-expression, recently the passive participation is now being assessed as a different way of improving mental health.
Toronto Star: Practising the art of healing
AGO creates virtual “Close looking” program to help prevent burnout in palliative care physicians.
Resource: Canadians’ Arts Participation, Health, and Well-Being SIA report 53 (Hill Strategies Research Inc.)
The report uses statistical modelling via regression analysis to explore connections between a cultural participation index and four aspects of health and well-being.