Art Therapy Program Research Articles

Effects of group art therapy combined with breath meditation on the subjective well-being of depressed and anxious adolescents

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of group art therapy, including breath meditation, on the subjective well-being of depressed and anxious youngsters. The subjects were 24 first-grade students at high school in a urban city (Daegu) of South Korea. The art therapy program was implemented in 13, 80-min sessions, held once or twice a week from September 28, 2010 to February 2011. The study tool was the subjective well-being scale of Han (1997), which was adapted from the subjective well-being scale of Campbell, Converse, and Rodgers (1976). The data were analyzed using SPSS WIN 18.0. To determine the homogeneity of the pre-test results, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was performed. To analyze effect of subjective well-being, two-way repeated measures ANOVA was performed. Scores were significantly higher in experimental group 1 (who experienced art therapy combined with breath meditation) and 2 (who experienced only art therapy), than in the control group (who received no therapy). Scores were significantly higher in group 1 than in group 2. The results were the same in the follow-up test, which indicated the durability of the effects.

Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Group Art Therapy Programs on Self-Related Variables

Meta-Analysis of the Effects of Group Art Therapy Programs on Self-Related Variables

청소년 자살예방을 위한 임상미술치료 프로그램

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of clinical art therapy programs utilized at schools on adolescents' suicidal thoughts and stress relief and to validate their effectiveness as a type of adolescent suicide prevention program. Methods: 12 sessions of clinical art therapy for youth suicide prevention were provided, once a week for 90 minutes, for 20 students at five middle schools in Seoul who were at high risk of committing suicide. By using the paired sample t-test, the study presented qualitative data on the analysis of pre- and post- questionnaires and on the subjects’ EEG test and saliva test. Results: First, through the clinical art therapy program, the subjects’ happiness index improved significantly while their scores of depression and suicidal ideation (suicidal thoughts) decreased. Second, in the EEG and saliva test conducted after the art therapy sessions, emotional stability increased and stress was reduced significantly. Third, according to the results of pre- and post- K-HTP tests and individual activities, the subjects started to recognize the seriousness of suicide and show emotional stability and positive changes in overall attitudes, valuing the rights and life of their own ‘precious selves’ (self respect). Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that the clinical art therapy program is significantly effective at preventing suicidal ideation by reducing suicidal impulses and depression, by increasing the happiness index, which can serve as a protective factor against suicide, and by increasing emotional stability while reducing stress. Based on the results, there is a need to develop policy measures regarding art therapy programs which can be utilized at schools.

Effect of arttherapy programs Lectio Divina on Spiritual Well-Bing and Interpersonal Relationship of middle aged women

Effect of arttherapy programs Lectio Divina on Spiritual Well-Bing and Interpersonal Relationship of middle aged women

Evaluating the Fine Arts Program at the Center for Excellence in Disabilities

Art programs for people with disabilities may encourage creativity, promote engagement, emphasize inclusion, and extend access and opportunities for community involvement. This mixed methods study utilized quantitative and qualitative data, repeated measures, action research, and stakeholder collaboration to develop and implement an evaluation tool that would enable a fine arts program to become a self-improving system. Participants viewed the program favorably and reported improved artistic and professional skills, social integration, self-esteem, and sense of purpose. The evaluation model described can be adapted to a variety of art therapy and arts-related programs to assess the efficacy of interventions or program features.

Process and Outcome Evaluation of an Art Therapy Program for People Living With HIV/AIDS

Program evaluation offers an opportunity for improving the implementation and impact of art therapy. This article describes a process and outcomes evaluation of an art therapy program within the mental health services unit of a community-based organization for people living with HIV/AIDS. The aims were to assess utilization patterns and program impact on decreasing depression and improving health-related quality of life among HIV-positive individuals who received art therapy services during a 5-year period (N = 255). Short-term group art therapy services were found to be most frequently utilized. Significant changes in symptoms of depression and mental health–related quality of life were observed in a subsample of clients (n = 25) between baseline and a 6-month follow-up assessment. The findings, which underscore the value of program evaluation, may be useful in improving art therapy services for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Effectiveness of Art Therapy on Social and Communication Skills of Patients at Assiut University Hospital

Abstract Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy. Art therapy uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of patients. Art therapy program may be help to stimulate patient's interaction and communicate with others and help them be socially interaction and independent. The aim: of this study was to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effect of art therapy on social and communication skills among psychiatric patient at assiut university hospital. Research design: quasi-experimental design (pre- and post test) was used. The setting: this study was carried out at inpatient psychiatric unit for males and females, at Assiut University Hospital. Subject & Method: the subjects include in the study & control group comprised of 100 schizophrenic and mood disorder(depressive) patients who were attending to psychiatric unit within a Period of 4 months. Study tools, Three tools; were used to collect the study data (I) Sociodemographic data (2) Social Skills Assessment Scale (SSAS),& (3) Communication skills assessment scale (CSAS). SSAS and CSAS Scales were used before and after implement of art therapy sessions .Results: revealed significant improvement in social and communication skills after application of the sessions of art therapy program especially social interaction and expression of feelings among studied group while control group no significant before and after program . Conclusion: It can be concluded that art therapy sessions are effective in improving communication and social interaction as well as social interest and cooperation. The study recommended: nurses must be implement and apply art therapy as a treatment and part of nursing care plan.

The Effects of Group Art Therapy program on the Ego-Resilience of the Low-Income Families' Youths

The Effects of Group Art Therapy program on the Ego-Resilience of the Low-Income Families' Youths

The Effect of a Group Art Therapy Program based on the Integrated Change Model in Adolescent Smoking Behavior

The Effect of a Group Art Therapy Program based on the Integrated Change Model in Adolescent Smoking Behavior

The Effects of Art therapy Program on Career Decision Making Self-Efficacy of Adolescents

The Effects of Art therapy Program on Career Decision Making Self-Efficacy of Adolescents

The Effects of Group Art Therapy Program on the Stress, Depression and Self-esteem of University Athletes

The Effects of Group Art Therapy Program on the Stress, Depression and Self-esteem of University Athletes

Group Art Therapy Program for Women Living with Breast Cancer

Background/Objective: A 9-week group art therapy program for women living with breast cancer is a new initiative to bring comprehensive cancer care to oncology patients and caregivers at our host institution, a major university health center. The development of this program was supported by a mixed-methods research study which explored the impact of art therapy on the psychosocial needs of women in treatment for breast cancer. Over 60 women were recruited for this study (control and intervention groups). The art therapy program offers tangible meaning-making opportunities through art-making in a therapeutic frame. Participants incorporated their artworks in group discussions and individual reflections of how they benefited from art-making.Methods: Sources of data include the artwork and group discussions, an upcoming exhibit, narrative-based interviews, and quantitative questionnaires. The data will be analyzed qualitatively to elicit the major themes that the participants addressed in their art-making and group experiences, and in their narratives about their journey with cancer as a whole.Results: The program’s 9 weekly topics will be presented and the qualitative results will be discussed. The topics include addressing a changing mind/body, processing challenging emotions / thoughts / relationships, highlighting one’s strengths and capabilities, building talismans and amulets (protection), and increasing one’s self-awareness of the realities of living with cancer. Some of the major themes from a preliminary data analysis include the development of one’s personal artistic language/symbolism; a place just for me; discovering and building connections; at a crossroads; and transformations.Conclusion: This study highlights the importance and benefit of complementary therapies such as art therapy. We propose that creative arts therapies should be considered as an important contributor to the provision of whole person care in oncology clinics and wellness centres. The implications of group art therapy will be discussed in light of its feasibility in routine cancer care.

National Survey Assessing Perceived Multicultural Competence in Art Therapy Graduate Students

Multicultural competence is essential to contemporary art therapy practice. Current education standards require that culturally sound theories and practices be taught along with self-awareness, but there is little research on the effects of such training in art therapy. The current study examined data from the Multicultural Awareness, Knowledge, and Skills Survey–Counselor Edition–Revised distributed to students enrolled in a multicultural course in 23 participating graduate art therapy programs in the United States and eastern Canada. The pre- and post-survey scores were compared on three subscales: Awareness, Knowledge, and Skills. Results indicated that student self-perceptions of their multicultural knowledge and skills significantly increased upon the completion of a course, but self-perceptions of their multicultural awareness did not significantly increase. However, limitations in the survey instrument suggest that study results may not demonstrate a true measure of competence; recommendations for addressing multicultural competency in the graduate curriculum are suggested.

519: Qualitative outcomes of an in-patient art therapy program in high risk obstetrics

519: Qualitative outcomes of an in-patient art therapy program in high risk obstetrics

A case study on the effects of the creative art therapy with stretching and walking meditation—Focusing on the improvement of emotional expression and alleviation of somatisation symptoms in a neurasthenic adolescent

The purpose of this study is to investigate how the creative art therapy with stretching and walking meditation can improve the emotional expression of a neurasthenic adolescent and alleviate her somatisation symptoms. The subject is a female third-year high-school student in D city in South Korea. The art therapy programme was conducted from 22 July 2012 to 30 August 2012, 3–4 times a week, for a total of 21 therapy sessions, with each session lasting 40–90min. The following research tools were used in this study: a measure of alexithymia as a cognitive-affective disorder, and a measure of somatisation symptoms pre-test and post-test with a follow-up test were conducted and the results were compared. A content analysis of every session was also conducted. The results are as follows. First, creative art therapy led to an improvement in the emotional expression of a neurasthenic adolescent. Second, creative art therapy alleviated somatisation symptoms in the neurasthenic adolescent. The follow-up test revealed that the effects of the therapy continued beyond the treatment period. In conclusion, the creative art therapy with stretching and walking meditation improved the emotional expression and alleviated somatisation symptoms in a neurasthenic adolescent.

Promoting Well-Being and Gerotranscendence in an Art Therapy Program for Older Adults

This article describes a community art therapy program that was designed to promote health and well-being in old age. Observations of diverse participant interactions in the nondirective therapy studio over the course of 6 years revealed the benefits of art making and how it may influence well-being during the process of advancing age. Program goals that evolved over time were to (a) foster artistic identity, (b) activate a sense of purpose and motivation, (c) use art as a bridge to connect with others, and (d) support movement toward the attainment of gerotranscendence. The theory of gerotranscendence serves as a particularly appropriate theoretical framework to understand aging and art therapy with older adults.

A Qualitative Study on Graduate Students' Experiences in Art Therapy Program in Korea

A Qualitative Study on Graduate Students' Experiences in Art Therapy Program in Korea

The Effects of Group Art Therapy Program on the Depression and Stress of University Athletes

The Effects of Group Art Therapy Program on the Depression and Stress of University Athletes

A Call for Diversity: The Need to Recruit and Retain Ethnic Minority Students in Art Therapy

There is a clear need for greater diversity in the field of art therapy with particular attention to increasing the representation of students of color in art therapy training programs. However, little to no data exists on how art therapy programs are actively recruiting for diversity. Diversity in the classroom can offer novel perspectives on theory, practice, and research. Greater diversity of art therapists would allow clients the opportunity to choose a practitioner who identifies as a member of a racial or ethnic minority. Diversification in higher education is made possible by implementing recruitment strategies that have a sound theoretical basis. This report calls for action to address the need for racial and ethnic diversity in art therapy education and training by adapting successful recruitment models and by considering other, specific recommendations.

Effects of the Happy Arts Therapy Program for Prevention of School Violence

Effects of the Happy Arts Therapy Program for Prevention of School Violence