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Journal of Undergraduate Research

Keywords

art therapy, therapeutic benefits, cognitive status

College

Fine Arts and Communications

Department

Art

Abstract

Think about the process of painting a picture. Is it possible to use only an intuitive approach to achieve a work’s composition, proportion, and color scheme? No, an art work always requires a minimal amount of rational thought. Now think of practicing medicine. Can a doctor cure a person through purely analytical techniques, focusing only on physical symptoms? Of course not. Factors such as emotional being, social awareness, and psychological state are of great significance in examining patients. Whether it be in clinical settings, private practices, or community hospitals, art health therapy helps break down the emotional and psychological barriers that inhibit physical healing.

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