The Power of Art: How Art Therapy Promotes Better Brain Health
Last time we spoke about how the brain responds to creating and viewing art. We learned about the complex cognitive processes involved in engaging with the creative process, and touched on how it can promote better emotional well-being. Today, we’re going to dive deeper into how art as therapy can have a profound impact on the brain and on individuals facing a range of mental and emotional challenges.
The Brain’s Response to Art: The Basics
Art is all around us, serving as a fundamental form of expression, helping humans to reflect, explore, and communicate. Not only does art in all its many forms serve as an excellent and aesthetically pleasing element of our lives, but it also has a profound impact on the human brain. Today, we’re going to look into how art shapes our cognition and how engaging with art and the artistic process can affect our brain function, emotions, and overall cognitive health.