Introduction Though the evidence of the role of the arts in mental health is growing, no
systematic review has focused on the impact of art groups in non‐clinical settings in the …

We provide an experimental evaluation of the impact of aesthetic experiences in terms of
stress reduction (cortisol levels) and wellbeing increase. The test experience is a visit to the …

The Scaling-up Health-Arts Programme: Implementation and Effectiveness Research
(SHAPER) project is the world's largest hybrid study on the impact of the arts on mental …

Abstract The World Health Organization encourages mental health services to adopt a
strategic intersectoral approach by acknowledging the potential of the arts and the value of …

Among gerontologists and health researchers, there is growing recognition of the
importance of social participation and inclusion towards the health, well-being and quality of …

Objective Engagement with the arts has gained recognition as a promising avenue for
addressing the social determinants that contribute to and maintain mental health concerns …

This paper explores the narratives of participants in museum community engagement
projects in Scotland. Emphasis is placed on how taking part in museum community …

Introduction Art education interventions improve observation skills among dermatology
residents, but there is limited data regarding their benefits to wellness and clinical …

Film is often conceived as a medium that is watched rather than experienced. Existing
studies of film audiences, and of media reception more broadly, have revealed the …

Abstract The Program: The AmeriCorps ArtsUSF program was a federally funded outreach
program that provided hands-on arts experience to underserved children in culturally and …