Is there compelling evidence for using the arts in health care?
Is there compelling evidence for using the arts in health care?
Author(s):*Listed Alphabetically
Fenner P, Harpur S, Rimbold J, Robinson P, Rumbold B
Year of Publication:
2012
Publisher(s):
Health Policy Research Institute
Abstract:
This evidence brief highlights the effectiveness in applying arts in health settings for patients, staff, and visitors. It lists evidence supporting that arts in health can lead to a variety of positive outcomes such as improvement in personal and social skills and reducing of stress and anxiety. In addition, there is better overall cost savings as there will be a better management of symptoms as well as a reduced need of health services. Overall, there is little evidence of harm in arts and health.
Evidence Type: Policy Document
Main Focus: Wellbeing / Quality of life
Research Purpose: Discussion / Debate
Context: Community
Art Forms: Multi-Arts
APA Citation:
Fenner, P., Rumbold, B., Rumbold, J., Robinson, P., & Harpur, S. (2012). Is there compelling evidence for using the arts in health care? Health Policy Research Institute.