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The arts as healing.

H Q Kivnick, J M Erikson

    The American Journal of Orthopsychiatry
    |October 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Artistic engagement promotes mental health recovery by fostering seven key properties. These art-based experiences offer healing distinct from therapy, benefiting both patients and non-patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Mental Health Studies
    • Art Therapy

    Background:

    • The connection between artistic involvement and mental well-being is increasingly recognized.
    • Distinguishing between 'healing' through art and formal 'therapy' is crucial for understanding its impact.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the relationship between artistic involvement and individual mental health.
    • To identify specific properties of art experiences that facilitate recovery from mental illness.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of art experiences in relation to mental health outcomes.
    • Identification and description of seven core properties inherent in art engagement.

    Main Results:

    • Seven distinct properties of art experience were identified as contributing to recovery.

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  • These properties facilitate a process of 'healing' that is separate from traditional therapeutic interventions.

    • Conclusions:

    • Artistic engagement offers a unique pathway to mental health recovery.
    • The identified properties have implications for developing clinical art programs and highlight the value of art for general well-being.