Role Of Art Therapy Research Articles

Role of Art Therapy in Mental Health Rehabilitation: Evidence from Clinical Interventions.

Role of Art Therapy in Mental Health Rehabilitation: Evidence from Clinical Interventions.

Art therapy is associated with a reduction in restrictive practices on an inpatient child and adolescent mental health unit

Background The elimination of restrictive practices, such as seclusion and restraint, is a major aim of mental health services globally. The role of art therapy, a predominantly non-verbal mode of creative expression, is under-explored in this context. This research aimed to determine whether art therapy service provision was associated with a reduction in restrictive practices on an acute inpatient child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) unit. Methods The rate (events per 1,000 occupied bed days), frequency (percent of admitted care episodes with incident), duration, and number of incidents of restrictive practices occurring between July 2015 and December 2021 were analysed relative to art therapy service provision. The rate, frequency and number of incidents of intramuscular injected (IM) sedation, oral PRN (as-needed medication) use, and absconding incidents occurring in conjunction with an episode of seclusion or restraint were also analysed. Results The rate, frequency, duration, and total number of incidents of seclusion, the frequency and total number of incidents of physical restraint, and the rate, frequency and total number of incidents of IM sedation showed a statistically significant reduction during phases of art therapy service provision. Conclusions Art therapy service provision is associated with a reduction in restrictive practices in inpatient CAMHS.

Applications of art therapy/occupational therapy in neuropsychic disorders: raw art objectives: stimulation, creativity, catharsis, socialization

IntroductionArt therapy, occupational and play therapy support the idea that man becomes what he is through activity. We accept man in his totality, we oppose the rigid boundaries between “sick” and “healthy”, there is no contradiction between these states, but only an unbroken chain of neighboring nuances, of gradual differences of human life.ObjectivesTherapies based on the visual arts are also used in the discharge of repressed experiences, called in psychoanalytic terms “catharsis”, with the aim of preventing or remedying dysfunctions, facilitating maximum adaptability of the beneficiary, regardless of the degree of handicap. The activities of occupational therapy and ergotherapy has and productive objectives, in accordance with the outstanding, hidden skills, correlated with the current demands on the labor market. Art forms called: “Raw Art” can be practiced.MethodsTraditional crafts and visual arts are reinvented as therapeutic methods. We use pottery and sculptural artistic ceramics with elements from the history of archaic arts connected with contemporary visual arts (pictures, sculpture, graphics, mixed arts and multimedia)ResultsThe creative process and symbolic communication, associated with narration and imitation, develop new ways of communication, new ways of self-expression, new ways of seeing things. Throughout this process, people are more productive, more efficient, focused, calm and self-satisfied. (2014- Emilia Chirilă The role of art therapy in self-knowledge, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships in children with emotional disorders”- THE SECOND WORLD CONGRESS ON RESILIENCE: FROM PERSON TO SOCIETY may 8-10 Timisoara Romania 1139-1145editors: M Tomita, S.Cace – MEDIUMOND- INTERNATIONAL PROCEEDINGS copyright 2014 by MEDIMOND srl 40065 Piamond (Bologna) Italy -Printed May 2014 by Editografica.Bologna Italy - ISBN 978-88-7587)Image:Image 2:Image 3:ConclusionsPeople who do not have a sufficiently developed vocabulary to be able to express themselves feel very good practicing art as a natural means of communication. Discovering the skills of the beneficiary, through the artistic product and the awareness of emotions and feelings open up ways to a more effective non-verbal communication.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

The role of art therapy on quality of life of women with recent pregnancy loss: A randomized clinical trial.

Pregnancy loss and mourning can lead to psychological adverse effects on women's quality of life. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of art therapy on the quality of life of women with pregnancy loss. This study was a randomized clinical trial performed on 60 women who recently experienced abortion or stillbirth. After randomization in two groups (30 in each group), women in the intervention group received four session art therapy. In the control group, routine care was performed. The Perinatal Grief Scale and World Health Organization quality of life questionnaire, short version 26, was used to collect data before and eight weeks after intervention, and the result was compared before and after the intervention in both groups. The mean age of participants was 26.5±4.75 years. Eight weeks after the intervention, the mean score of the total quality of life was significantly different between the two groups (348.64±13.12 vs.254.46±58.35; P>0.01). Also, all physical, psychological, social, and environmental dimensions of quality of life improved in the art therapy group compared to the control group (P>0.01). Art therapy could improve the quality-of-life following pregnancy loss, and can be recommended as a complementary method next to routine care. IRCT20200104046002N1.

Impact of Social Media Addiction on Academic Performance and the Role of Art Therapy

At present, the popularity of social networks is accompanied by new opportunities and threats, which will involve various fields. Many students are addicted to social networks, which affects all aspects of their life and learning. This problem prompted the researchers to carry out this research. Researches have shown that art therapy has a positive effect on addiction, stress, and anxiety; nevertheless, there are few studies exploring the feasibility of art therapy in treating the decline in academic performance caused by social media addiction. Therefore, this study conducts a systematic review through reviewing research on social media addiction, student academic performance, and art therapy. The aim of this study is to investigate the connection between media addiction and students academic performance, and to determine the effectiveness of art therapy in reducing students social media addiction and improving academic performance. Research has found that one cannot self restrain wasting considerable time on social platforms can leads to higher perceived stress, anxiety, and lower self-control. Students academic performance is negatively impacted by the excessive use of social media. Art therapy can alleviate the negative factors mentioned above and have a positive impact on student performance. Art therapy may be one of the effective ways to solve this important social problem.

The role of art therapy in treating different age groups

The role of art therapy in treating different age groups

Role of Art Therapy in the Promotion of Mental Health: A Critical Review.

Art therapy is used most commonly to treat mental illnesses and can aid in controlling manifestations correlated with psychosocially challenging behaviours, slowing cognitive decline, and enhancing the quality of life. Art therapy can help people express themselves more freely, improve their mental health, and improve interpersonal relationships. The basis of art therapy is established on the idea that people can recover and feel better via artistic expression. This review examines the current research on how active participation in the arts might improve mental health. A detailed literature search was carried out utilizing essential databases such as PubMed, the WHO's mental health database, and Google and Google Scholar. This review study looks into research done on art therapy and its potential advantages for adult mental health rehabilitation. It focuses on visual art therapy since it’s a key to reducing variation within the "creative arts" and defines the peculiar elements and effectiveness of art therapy used by mental health services. It was found that the use of art therapy as an adjunct treatment showed improved mental health in patients.

The Role of Art Therapy in Eating Disorder Advocacy

Art therapy group can facilitate professional and self advocacy efforts to increase awareness of eating disorders. Imagine Me Beyond What You See art competition was the catalyst for the development of an art therapy group to raise awareness for eating disorders and body image by reimagining a mannequin. Participant testimonials demonstrate how this process impacted recovery and empowered clients to become advocates in their communities.

Reminiscence therapy in geriatric mental health care: A clinical review

Reminiscence therapy (RT) has been used over the past two decades extensively in the management of patients with dementia and geriatric depression. The following review study looks at the current role of RT in geriatric patients from a clinical perspective. The review elucidates the concept of reminiscence and looks at the historical aspects of RT. It also looks at the taxonomy and classification of the various types of reminiscences and RT techniques. The difference between reminiscence and life review is discussed. There are sections that look at the clinical role of RT in the management of patients with dementia and geriatric depression. The role of art therapy as a form of RT is discussed and elaborated. The existing literature on RT is reviewed, and certain recommendations for RT are made. There is also a slight deliberation on the need for RT in Indian settings. The role of RT as positive geriatric mental health intervention is also discussed.

PENERAPAN ART THERAPY DALAM MENGATASI LONELINESS WANITA DEWASA AWAL SEBAGAI ANAK TUNGGAL DENGAN ORANGTUA BERCERAI

This study aims to see the role of art therapy in coping loneliness in early adulthood women as only children with divorced parents. The loneliness of an only child with a divorced parent is different from that of a child having relatives who support each other after a parent's divorce. This makes it easier for single children to feel lonely and alone. Therefore, the intervention used in this research is art therapy because it is expected to help an only child to be able to help express feelings and copeloneliness. Psychological examination was performed on two subjects of early adult women (aged 22 to 28 years) as single children with divorced parents. This study took place in the span of five months, beginning in February 2017 until June 2017. The results of this study quantitatively showed significant changes seen from the decrease in loneliness rate by using the UCLA Loneliness Scale questionnaire p(0.021<0.05), while qualitatively less indicate a significant change.

A comparative study of art therapy in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and improvement in quality of life by watercolor painting

BackgroundThere is limited data on the role of art therapy used in cancer patients. We wanted to test the effect of painting art therapy provided by a dedicated professional painting artist on quality of life and anxiety and depression levels in patients having chemotherapy. MethodsCancer patients having chemotherapy in the day unit of a medical oncology department of a university hospital were offered to take part in a painting art therapy program (PATP). This program consisted of a professional painting artist facilitating and helping patients to perform painting during their chemotherapy sessions while they were in the day unit, as well as supplying them painting material for home practice. The changes in quality of life domains of EORTC-QLQ-C30 questionnaire and in Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scores (HADS) were assessed before and after the PATP. These results were contrasted with a reference group of cancer patients on chemotherapy but not taking part in the PATP. In order to adjust for multiple comparisons of quality of life parameters between patient groups, we utilized the Bonferroni correction. ResultsA total of 48 patients, of which 26 patients did and 22 did not have prior exposure to PATP, were enrolled in the PATP. A control group of 24 patients who did not have any PATP activity during the study period also took part in the study. With PATP, there was significant improvement in global quality of life (F=7.87, P=0.001), and depression scores (F=7.80, P=0.001). ConclusionsTo our knowledge, this is the largest comparative PATP experience in cancer patients on chemotherapy and show that PATP is feasible in the clinics. Our results confirm that art therapy in the form of painting improves quality of life and depression in cancer patients having chemotherapy. This effect was more pronounced in patients without any previous experience of PATP.

Supervisors’ perceptions of art therapy in the Israeli education system

ABSTRACTArt therapy has considerable advantages when treating children, and is regularly made available as a form of therapy in schools. In Israel, the Ministry of Education is now the largest employer of art therapists, but the synergy between the education system and therapy is challenging and complex. This study examined supervisors’ perceptions of the role of art therapy in the school system. Fifteen interviews were conducted with art therapy supervisors employed by the Ministry of Education using Hill’s Consensual Qualitative Research (CQR) analysis method (2012). Four primary domains emerged from the findings as formulated by the supervisors: (1) The benefits of using art therapy in the school system; (2) The difficulties arising from the presence of art therapy in the school system; (3) The setting and the benefits versus the challenges of supervision; and (4) Suggestions for better integration of art therapy into the school system.

The role of art therapy in counterterrorism: The Saudi experience

Art therapy, as a means of self-expression and healing, is used in a variety of clinical and rehabilitation settings. Here, it is tested with a population judged to be involved in terrorism-related activities. This paper presents an extensive review of the art therapy program at Mohammed Bin Nayef Center for Counseling and Care, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The objective of this study is to showcase the use of art therapy in the care and rehabilitation of ex-jihadists, with suggestions for best practices. This paper is the first description in the literature of the efforts of the Saudi government to explore the use of art therapy in counterterrorism. Art therapy outcomes on a population incarcerated for terrorist activities are presented alongside treatment and reconstruction of extreme ideology through art production. We conclude that a successful art therapy program is required within the overall approach to counterterrorism. Further, a strong understanding of the cultural backgrounds of the subjects, along with recommendations for relying upon specific artistic components of the therapeutic process are clearly indicated. According to government sources, together with the other programs offered to ex-jihadists, the art therapy program discussed here, which has been in operation since 2007, has achieved an 86.17% success rate, with (as of January 2015) a 13.83% recidivism rate. This is a strong indication that art therapy is an efficacious approach in counterterrorism.

Effects of painting art therapy on quality of life and depression in cancer patients—A comparative study.

e17583 Background: There is limited data on the role of art therapy used in cancer patients. We wanted to see the effect of painting art therapy provided by a dedicated professional painting artist...

Fight like a ferret: a novel approach of using art therapy to reduce anxiety in stroke patients undergoing hospital rehabilitation

RationaleThe holistic aspect of stroke rehabilitation to include psychological well-being is currently neglected, with more emphasis placed on physical recovery despite anxiety and depression being common poststroke. From the limited...

Research watch: art therapy: a dose of treatment, an aid to social inclusion or an unnecessary indulgence?

PurposeThis Research Watch aims to summarise two recent and very different research publications on art therapy and comments on their ability to shed light on the usefulness of art therapy to address mental distress and enhance social inclusion.Design/methodology/approachThe author discusses a recent edition of a UK art therapy journal in which research papers focus on art therapy with people who have been given a diagnosis of personality disorder. The main methodologies are qualitative describing participants’ and/or therapists’ experiences and the role of art therapy in addressing serious mental distress. The second publication is a recent report of a large randomised controlled trial of art therapy for people given a diagnosis of schizophrenia. The author assesses the value of both publications in informing us about the usefulness of art therapy in addressing mental distress and enhancing social inclusion.FindingsIn the author's view, neither publication establishes definitively how or whether art therapy might address serious mental distress, whether labelled personality disorder or schizophrenia. However, the qualitative articles provide insight into possible helpful (and less helpful) aspects of therapy. The randomised trial should have been able to establish general principles about the effectiveness of art therapy for a specific group of people in specified contexts, but instead exemplifies many problems inherent in the pervasive research culture of putting numbers onto complex human interactions and calculating their value for money, sometimes at the expense of really understanding what is going on.Originality/valueThe author draws upon these two very different examples of research to reflect a current dilemma in UK art therapy research, and tentatively looks at possible ways forward.

Is There a Need to Define the Role of Art Therapy in Specialist CAMHS in England? Waving not Drowning. A Systematic Literature Review.

This paper offers a review of how the role of Art Therapy is represented in four important areas: In Specialist (Tier 3) Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in England, in government and related documentation and polices, within broader literature pertaining to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, as well as in Art Therapy publications. The author found that there are shortcomings in the understanding of the profession including the unique role that art therapy offers, as well as an evident lack of inclusion across the range of literature. The author contends that central factors exerting influence include powerful socio-politico-economic agenda and influence, unprecedented change in the field of psychological therapies, unconscious processes, and limited self-promotion. The paper argues that lack of clarity and effective promotion of the unique role of art therapy may lead to there being a lack of consideration of art therapy or for art therapy to be decommissioned in CAMHS. The review has worldwide relevance to those concerned with practice, promotion and commissioning of art therapy in services that work children and young people with mental health and psychological needs. Keywords: socio-politico agenda, promotion, representation, NHS publications, child and adolescent mental health services

2335 – Art therapy in the treatment of patients with depressive disorder

Introduction Relevance of the topic is due to the difficulty of understanding the true causes of the own experiences of patients with depressive disorder, as well as providing the opportunity to work deeply with these factors as for the patient and therapist. Aims The role of art therapy (AT) in the treatment of patients with depressive disorder. Objectives 40 patients - men and women aged 18 – 30 years. Tasks: note the extent to which an objective interpretation of the content of the picture with his patient's subjective experience: comparison of results of treatment between patients who had sessions of AT and patients who didn’t have it; determine the regressing symptoms after sessions of AT. Methods Clinico-diagnostical method; picturesque method, Hamilton Depression scale; Hamilton anxiety scale. Results 90% of patients have drawn interpretation of the content of their subjective experiences, 70% of patients reduced the level of anxiety, 75% of patients experienced improvement in mood between sessions, 77% of patients self-esteem has increased, 80% of patients had sustained remission, and 68% - a positive outlook for the future has appeared. Thus, this study indicates that AT is a powerful aide in treatment of depression, helps patients cope with depression, returning to their lives a sense of internal control and order, and facilitating the psychodiagnostic work of physician, allowing him to carry out the appropriate psycho-correction, which improves the quality of treatment and rehabilitation of patients with depressive disorder.

Borderline personality disorder and the role of art therapy: A discussion of its utility from the perspective of those with a lived experience

Drawing on the lived experience of four members of Emergence, a service user-led organisation, this article debates the utility of the term ‘borderline personality disorder’, considers how therapeutic approaches might best address the difficulties associated with the diagnosis and specifically discusses the role art therapy might play in therapeutic processes. We critically engage with the complexities of being given a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. We begin to demonstrate the transcendent possibilities of art therapy for people who struggle with a sense of identity, connection with others and the expression of often intense and polarised emotions, while remaining mindful of the complexities that art therapy may present.

Free to talk about violence: A description of art therapy with a male service user in a low secure unit

A low secure unit is a challenging environment in which to work. This article charts the progress, development and role of art therapy within a low secure ward for male clients within a National Health Service (NHS) setting. Through a case example, it will describe how the image is central to the therapeutic process of treating offending behaviour. I will also explore how art making can build safety and security in different ways through selected examples of art images and accompanying dialogue. The dialogue is selected from a service user report and my own therapist report. Since the 1980s and '90s low secure units have grown around the country. They are subject to continuous public scrutiny, making them tense environments in which to work. I hope that my observations about practice will be of interest to other art therapists working in forensic and related settings. Art therapy approaches in forensic settings vary in their treatment approach to offending behaviour. I will describe the context in detail and explore the practice through a case example.