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Parr, H. (2006). Mental Health, the Arts and
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• Art provides a non-verbal outlet for individuals to
express complex emotions that may be difficult to
articulate verbally.
• Creating art encourages self-reflection and
introspection, which can lead to increased self-
awareness and understanding of one's emotions.

Anderson, F. E., & Landgarten, H. (1973).
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• Art can empower individuals by allowing them to
take control of their creative process and express
themselves authentically.
• Art therapy, which often involves painting, has
been shown to be effective in treating various
mental health issues such as depression, anxiety,
and PTSD.
• The results of this survey demonstrates a very
real interest in the field of art therapy. They feel
that the process of conducting a survey such as
this has created additional interest in the field.
• A very real desire was evidenced for more

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knowledge about this discipline. They only hope
that the American Art Therapy Association and
conferences such as the National Art Education
Association Mini-Conference on Art Education
and Art Therapy will assist in providing this
information.
• Through the process of creating art, individuals
can explore and confront personal challenges,
leading to personal growth and resilience.
• Painting serves as a distraction from negative
thoughts and can serve as a healthy coping
mechanism during difficult times.
• Engaging in artistic activities stimulates the brain,
promoting neural connections and potentially
improving cognitive function.
• Participating in art classes or group activities
fosters a sense of community and connection,
reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness.
• Art making within psychosocial rehabilitation
services and their views on how art making
supports mental health recovery.
• A total of 11 major themes were identified and
organised into three areas: qualities conducive to
the art making context, how the art making
process benefits mental health recovery, and how
the image or art product benefits mental health
recovery.
• This research used qualitative in-depth interviews
to explore the role of art making in the mental
health recovery journey.
• Examines people which art therapy approaches
were being practiced with people who have

47*, 9-22.
Porter, G., Epp, L., & Bryant, S. (2000).
Collaboration Among School Mental Health
A Necessity, Not a Luxury. Professional
School Counseling, 3(5), 315–322.
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mental health issues.
• Identify how art therapy approaches were used
within the clinical mental health system and aided
in the improvement of client symptoms, relapse
and functioning.
• Emphasizes the critical importance of
collaboration in addressing mental health issues
within schools.
• Argues that collaboration among various
stakeholders such as educators, mental health
professionals, families, and community
organizations is essential.
• Highlights the interconnectedness between
mental health and academic success, advocating
for integrated approaches.
• Discusses challenges and barriers to effective
collaboration in school mental health initiatives.
• Provides recommendations and strategies for
enhancing collaboration among stakeholders to
improve outcomes for students' mental health and
well-being.