(Research-Backed)
• Improves mood and lowers depression.
• Encourages communication when words are hard. Art provides a non-verbal way for people with dementia to express thoughts and emotions when verbal communication becomes difficult.
• Sparks memories and reminiscence. Creative arts can stimulate reminiscence and trigger positive memories from earlier life stages.
• Strengthens sense of self and identity. Making art reinforces a person’s sense of self and individuality, helping to counteract feelings of loss associated with dementia.
• Promotes social connection and reduces loneliness.
• Reduces agitation and some behavioural issues.
• Maintains motor skills like hand-eye coordination.
• Provides meaningful, joyful activity.
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