Researchers Have Found That Visiting Art Museums Can Offer Significant Relief for People Living With Dementia Visiting the National Gallery of Australia helped alleviate people's depression and reduce stress.

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    While the positive impact of art on people’s mental health and wellbeing is increasingly recognized by doctors, a recently released study by the University of Canberra shows the significant benefits of experiencing art in a safe space for those living with dementia. 

    The study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease reported reduced levels of depression, and improved quality of life, as well as cognitive function, in people with dementia who participated in a special program at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.

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    https://news.artnet.com/art-world/research-dementia-art-museums-1718127

    Subject

    Art; Psychology

    Period28 Nov 2019

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    • TitleResearchers Have Found That Visiting Art Museums Can Offer Significant Relief for People Living With Dementia Visiting the National Gallery of Australia helped alleviate people's depression and reduce stress.
      Media name/outletArtNet.com
      Country/TerritoryUnited States
      Date28/11/19
      PersonsNathan D'CUNHA
    • TitleResearchers Have Found That Visiting Art Museums Can Offer Significant Relief for People Living With Dementia
      Media name/outletArtNet.com
      Country/TerritoryUnited States
      Date28/11/19
      PersonsNathan D'CUNHA