Art Therapy

 

➤The old saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” reflects the powerful effect that the arts and creative expression have on human understanding and communication. Art therapy works to harness that power for therapeutic means.

➤Just as a painting or a piece of music can say something in ways that almost defy description, art therapy provides individuals facing physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges with new pathways toward understanding and self-expression.

➤I know after reading this you might be thinking that you need to be good at painting or drawing for taking art therapy, but let me tell you that you don't need an A+ grade in drawing for art therapy what you need is just a pencil, paper and some free time where you can relax and express your thoughts and feelings by drawing or painting or just by random doodling. what art therapy does is that it uses the power of the arts and different modes of communication to get people to open up and engage with their therapy in new ways, which may enhance healing of all kinds.

I know this seems to be a little complex for you all to comprehend at first but keep reading with me and trust me after reading this you will have a new impression of art and its therapy.

SO WHAT EXACTLY IS ART THERAPY?

"Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life" - Pablo Picasso

➤ The use of artistic methods to treat psychological disorders and enhance mental health is known as art therapy. Art therapy is a technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental health and well-being. people have been relying on the arts for communication, self-expression, and healing for thousands of years but art therapy did not start to become a formal program until the 1940s.

➤ Doctors noted that individuals living with mental illness often expressed themselves in drawing and other artworks, which led many to explore the use of art as a healing strategy. Since then,  art has become an important part of the therapeutic field and is used in some assessment and treatment techniques.

I know it is a little hard to believe that how by just drawing or painting you can cure severe issues like depression and certain chronic diseases, but let me back myself with some scientific research on art therapy.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND ART THERAPY

➤ We are holistic beings, and psychological, physiological, and emotional factors must be considered when it comes to any form of therapy. 

➤ When we engage in the creation of our art forms, we receive big benefits to our minds, both physically and mentally. When we produce art with our own hands, there is increased neural connectivity in the area of the brain that deals with introspection, memory, and self-monitoring.

➤ This means that this area is more active when engaged in producing art. Mentally, we become more psychologically resilient, we have increased positive perspectives, and become more self-aware. This makes us better at coping with future problems, stressors, or events. It is said that the pairing of actually creating the art (motor processing) and thinking about expression (cognitive processing) is what makes art therapy so beneficial.

Below mentioned are some art therapy hacks that you can perform anywhere on this planet which will instantly boost your confidence and uplift your mood. So next time you are having a bad day just perform these art therapy hacks.

ART THERAPY HACKS 👇👇👇

IF YOU FEEL

WORRIED,

PRACTISE ORIGAMI(FOLDING PAPERS HELPS SOLVE PROBLEMS)

IF YOU NEED TO 

MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE,

DRAW WAVES AND CIRCLES

IF YOU FEEL

ENRAGED

TEAR A PIECE OF PAPER.

(THIS WILL ACT AS A SYMBOLIC RELEASE)

IF YOU NEED TO 

FOCUS ON A GOAL,

DRAW GRIDS AND A TARGET.

IF YOU FEEL 

SAD😢😩

PAINT A RAINBOW

IF YOU FEEL

STUCK,

DRAW SPIRALS.

(THE CONTINUITY WILL INSPIRE YOU TO KEEP MOVING)

IF YOU ARE

ANGRY,😠😠

DRAW LINES.

(SIMPLE PATTERNS RELAX YOU)

IF YOU FEEL CONFUSED😕😕😕,

DRAW AN INDIAN MANDALA

IF YOU NEED TO 

UNDERSTAND YOUR FEELINGS,

DRAW YOURSELF.

(YOU WILL RECOGNISE YOUR HIDDEN FEELINGS)

Try these hacks and do share in the comments whether they worked for you or not.

BENEFITS OF ART THERAPY

➤ An art therapist may use a variety of art methods, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and collage with clients ranging from young children to older adults.

➤ Less than an hour of creative activity can reduce your stress and have a positive effect on your mental health, regardless of artistic experience or talent.

➤ Some situations in which art therapy might be utilized include: 

⍟Adults experiencing severe stress.

⍟Children experiencing behavioral or social problems at school or home.

⍟Children or adults who have experienced a traumatic event.

⍟Children with learning disabilities.

⍟Individuals living with a brain injury.

⍟People experiencing mental health problems

Did you know the term "Art Therapy" was first coined in 1940 in the united kingdom by Margaret Naumburg, who is also called the mother of art therapy.

The Bottom Line

➤The goal of art therapy is not to achieve flawless works of art but to express your emotions without criticism or judgment.

 ➤The act and process of creating art can be as equally important as the final product of art therapy—which is improved happiness, health, and emotional well-being.

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-Krutika Tuplonde(Team SYNC Snippets)