This chapter discusses the use of art for mental health and well-being, focusing on a program called Culture Dose where participants engage with artwork and create their own art. The speakers explore the positive impact of both creating and appreciating art on mental health and share a participant's personal experience with the program.
In this time of social isolation, many of us have turned to getting creative...baking bread, picking up a paintbrush, or checking out online theatre performances and virtual gallery tours. Now there’s research on whether prescribing art could help with mental health conditions, such as depression. Take a dose of culture for your wellbeing.