In this modern world we live in, more often than not, we look for the ‘quick fix’ for many if not all of our problems. If we find ourselves feeling sluggish or unwell we pop off for a physical and are usually told to get more exercise and take a multivitamin pill. Feelings of unhappiness or depression are nowadays usually treated by a visit to the local doctor who will, often with distressing ease, prescribe a short course of antidepressants to ‘help you get back on your feet’. And for many, this method can work well – at least in the short term.
The wellbeing of art
The growing relationship between the arts and healthcare could almost be considered a win-win. One of the key aims behind the fusion of these two seemingly disparate fields has been to improve the quality of current healthcare by linking art and wellbeing that are enriching the lives of all individuals affected by ill health, be they patients, visitors or staff.
14 Jul 2004
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