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Visual Arts in Children's Hospitals: Scoping Review
Ana M Ullán1, Manuel H Belver2
1Department of Social Psychology, 16779University of Salamanca, Spain.
HERD
|March 29, 2021
Summary
Visual arts in pediatric hospitals enhance patient and family well-being. This review of 79 publications highlights art
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Healthcare
- Arts in Medicine
- Child Psychology
Background:
- Visual arts, especially painting, have a historical presence in healthcare environments.
- Art contributes to the overall atmosphere and design of hospitals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review scientific publications on the use of visual arts in pediatric hospitals.
- To synthesize findings on the impact and applications of art in children's healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted from 2000 to 2019.
- Seventy-nine relevant publications were identified and analyzed.
Main Results:
- Publications were categorized into environmental, participatory, exploratory, and diagnostic uses of art.
- Sixty empirical studies and 19 theoretical works were analyzed.
- Art interventions impact pediatric patients, families, and healthcare workers.
Conclusions:
- Visual arts support children's and families' well-being and hospital experience.
- Art enhances the symbolic quality of hospital settings.
- Art improves communication processes within healthcare environments.
