Art therapy uses the creative process of art—painting, sculpture, music, movement—as a therapeutic tool to help the individual process emotions, manage stress, and restore psychological balance.
Basic principles of art therapy : how artistic techniques are combined with psychological theories.
Main benefits : reduced anxiety and depression, increased emotional awareness, and improved self-esteem.
Age groups that benefit the most : children with trauma, survivors of violence, patients with chronic illnesses, and the elderly seeking creative stimulation.
Practical examples : group sessions with free coloring, mosaic workshops for collective stress processing, or music sessions for wordless expression.
Long-term effects: how these experiences increase resilience, help build social relationships, and encourage a return to daily activities with positive energy.
This theme expands on the understanding of art as simply “a passion” by placing it at the center of our mental well-being and emotional recovery.
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