Abstract Title: Art therapy is associated with sustained improvement in cognitive function in the elderly with mild neurocognitive disorder: findings from a pilot randomized controlled trial for art therapy and music reminiscence activity versus usual care. Abstract Source: Trials. 2018 Nov 9 ;19(1):615. Epub 2018 Nov 9. PMID: 30413216 Abstract Author(s): Rathi Mahendran, Mihir Gandhi, Rajesh Babu Moorakonda, Jonathan Wong, Madhu Mathi Kanchi, Johnson Fam, Iris Rawtaer, Alan Prem Kumar, Lei Feng, Ee Heok Kua Article Affiliation: Rathi Mahendran Abstract: BACKGROUND: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a phase in cognitive decline when it is still possible to intervene to reverse the decline. Cognitive stimulation delivered through psychosocial interventions provides both psychological intervention and social stimulation to improve cognition. A pilot open-label parallel-arms randomized controlled trial was undertaken to examine the effects of art therapy (AT) and music reminiscence activity (MRA) compared to the control, on the primary outcome of neurocognitive domain assessments in elderly people with MCI. METHODS: Community-living elderly people with MCI (Petersen's criteria), assessed for study eligibility, were randomized using a web-based system with equal allocation to two intervention arms: AT (guided viewing of art pieces and production of visual arts) and MRA (listening, and recalling memories related to music) and a control arm (standard care without any intervention). Interventions were led by trained therapists weekly for 3 months, then fortnightly for 6 months. Neurocognitive domains (mean of memory, attention, and visuo-spatial abilities standardized scores), psychological wellbeing (subsyndromal depression and anxiety) and telomere length as a biological marker of cellular ageing, were assessed by intervention-blinded assessors at baseline, 3 months and 9 months. RESULTS: In total, 250 people were screened and 68 were randomized and included in the analysis. In the AT arm, neurocognitive domains improved compared to the control arm at 3 months (mean difference (d) = 0.40; 90% CI 0.126, 0.679) and were sustained at 9 months (d = 0.31; 90% CI 0.068, 0.548). There wassome improvement in depression and anxiety at 3 and 9 months and in telomere length at 9 months, but this was not significant. Similar improvements were observed in the MRA arm over the control arm, but they were not significant. There were no intervention-related adverse effects. CONCLUSIONS: Art therapy delivered by trained staff as"art as therapy"and"art psychotherapy"may have been the significant contributor to cognitive improvements. The findings support cognitive stimulation for elderly people with cognitive decline and signal the need for larger studies and further investigation of carefully designed psycho-social interventions for this group. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Clinical Trials.gov, NCT02854085 . Registered on 7 July 2016. Article Published Date : Nov 08, 2018

Abstract Title: Efficacy of Art Therapy in Individuals With Personality Disorders Cluster B/C: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Abstract Source: J Pers Disord. 2018 08 ;32(4):527-542. Epub 2017 Sep 19. PMID: 28926306 Abstract Author(s): Suzanne Haeyen, Susan van Hooren, William van der Veld, Giel Hutschemaekers Article Affiliation: Suzanne Haeyen Abstract: Multidisciplinary treatment programs for patients with personality disorders (PDs) often include art therapy, but the efficacy of this intervention has hardly been evaluated. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effects of an art therapy intervention on psychological functioning of patients with a PD. In this randomized controlled trial, 57 adult participants diagnosed with a PD cluster B/C (SCID-II) were randomly assigned to either weekly group art therapy (1.5 hours, 10 weeks) or a waiting list group. Outcome measures OQ45, AAQ-II, and SMI were assessed at baseline, at post-test (10 weeks after baseline), and at follow-up (5 weeks after post-test). The results show that art therapy is an effective treatment for PD patients because it not only reduces PD pathology and maladaptive modes but it also helps patients to develop adaptive, positive modes that indicate better mental health and self-regulation. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2017

Abstract Title: Effects of Mandala Art Therapy on Subjective Well-being, Resilience, and Hope in Psychiatric Inpatients. Abstract Source: Arch Psychiatr Nurs. 2018 04 ;32(2):167-173. Epub 2017 Aug 24. PMID: 29579508 Abstract Author(s): Hyejin Kim, Sunman Kim, Kwisoon Choe, Ji-Su Kim Article Affiliation: Hyejin Kim Abstract: PURPOSE: This study investigated the effects of Mandala art therapy on subjective well-being, resilience, and hope among psychiatric inpatients. METHODS: Recruited 36 people who had been treated as inpatients in a psychiatric ward at a university hospital in Seoul, South Korea, and divided them evenly into experimental and control groups. The experimental group was required to attend a total of 8 sessions of Mandala art therapy, twice per week, between August 11 and October 30, 2015; measures of the three main variables were administered at pre-test and post-test in both groups. RESULTS: Hope significantly increased in both groups, but the overall increase was greater in the experimental group (mean score of 9.5 and 15.3 at pre- and post-test, respectively) than in the control group (10.9 and 11.9). CONCLUSION: These results suggest that Mandala art therapy can have a positive effect on the hope of psychiatric inpatients. However, further research concerning its effects on subjective well-being and resilience, as well as other psychological constructs, is warranted to better understand the effects of Mandala art therapy on psychiatric inpatients. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2017

Abstract Title: The Effect of Art Therapy with Clay on Hopelessness Levels Among Neurology Patients. Abstract Source: Rehabil Nurs. 2017 Jan/Feb;42(1):39-45. PMID: 25865702 Abstract Author(s): Latife Utas Akhan, Meltem Kurtuncu, Sevim Celik Article Affiliation: Latife Utas Akhan Abstract: PURPOSE: This study was performed to determine the effect of art therapy with clay on hopelessness levels of patients under treatment in departments of neurology. DESIGN: The study was of one group, pre- and posttest design. METHODS: This study was performed on patients who were hospitalized in the neurology departments of a university and a state hospital between February and May 2012 in Turkey. The sample for the study comprised 50 neurology patients with diagnoses of epilepsy (17 patients) and stroke (33 patients). The patients in the study were asked to create objects of clay of any shape they desired. Data for the research were collected with a sociodemographic data form and by using the Beck Hopelessness Scale (BHS). FINDINGS: While BHS scores of neurology patients before clay therapy were found higher compared to the scores after therapy with clay, there was also a statistically significant difference. After clay therapy, BHS scores were lower in women, in married patients, in patients who suffered from a stroke, people who had chronic disease, people without psychological illness, and in the case of children. CONCLUSION: The study showed that clay therapy had an impact on the hopelessness levels of neurology patients. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Art therapy with clay may be used for rehabilitation purposes in neurology patients, both in the hospital and at home after discharge. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2016

Abstract Title: The effectiveness of art therapy in the treatment of traumatized adults: a systematic review on art therapy and trauma. Abstract Source: Trauma Violence Abuse. 2015 Apr ;16(2):220-8. Epub 2014 Nov 16. PMID: 25403446 Abstract Author(s): Karin Alice Schouten, Gerrit J de Niet, Jeroen W Knipscheer, Rolf J Kleber, Giel J M Hutschemaekers Article Affiliation: Karin Alice Schouten Abstract: Art therapy has often been applied in the treatment of traumatized adults, and good results in clinical practice have been reported. However, although art therapy experts underline these benefits, the effectiveness of art therapy in trauma treatment has not been established by systematic review. The aim of this systematic review is to identify and evaluate empirical evidence of the effectiveness of art therapy for trauma treatment. As a result of the systematic review, six controlled, comparative studies on art therapy for trauma in adult patients were found. In half of the included studies, a significant decrease in psychological trauma symptoms was found in the treatment groups, and one study reported a significant decrease in depression. Although there are limitations in the number of included studies, the number of participants, the heterogeneity of included studies, and their methodological quality, the results contribute to insight into the effectiveness of art therapy in trauma treatment and form an evidence base for the urgent need for further research on art therapy and trauma treatment. Article Published Date : Mar 31, 2015

Abstract Title: Mural art therapy for young offenders hospitalised with a mental illness. Abstract Source: Australas Psychiatry. 2015 Feb ;23(1):49-53. Epub 2014 Dec 17. PMID: 25519999 Abstract Author(s): Oleen George, John Kasinathan Article Affiliation: Oleen George Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To describe a mural art therapy project completed within an adolescent unit of a secure forensic psychiatric hospital. METHOD: The planning, implementation and consecutive stages of the mural art therapy project are described. Pertinent themes are identified. RESULTS: A cohort of adolescent forensic inpatients was engaged in a group therapeutic process involving collaboration, design and the completion of an art mural. The participants generally approved of the project and identified themes of gaining a sense of achievement, empowerment, teamwork, involvement and ownership. The art mural transformed and improved the visual and spatial environment of the Adolescent unit courtyard. CONCLUSIONS: Mural art therapy was acceptable to young offenders hospitalised with mental illness, which has relevance for adolescent psychiatric units and youth detention centres. Article Published Date : Jan 31, 2015

Abstract Title: Effects of art and music therapy on depression and cognitive function of the elderly. Abstract Source: Technol Health Care. 2014 ;22(3):453-8. PMID: 24704654 Abstract Author(s): Mi Lim Im, Jeong In Lee Article Affiliation: Mi Lim Im Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine effects of art and music therapy on depression and cognitive function of the elderly. This was one group pre-test, post-test design. Data were collected from January to March, 2013, from 94 elderly. The results were collected as followers: 1. Art therapy was revealed a statistical significant difference between before and after treatment on the depression of participants. 2. Music therapy was revealed a statistical significant at previous and after treatment on the depression of participants. 3. Treatment according to the severity of depression than the music therapy and art therapy were examined statistically significantly lower. This study will be provided basic information in order to develop program for success healthy life of elderly. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013

Abstract Title: Significance of clay art therapy for psychiatric patients admitted in a day hospital. Abstract Source: Invest Educ Enferm. 2014 ;32(1):128-38. PMID: 25229912 Abstract Author(s): Aquiléia Helena de Morais, Simone Roecker, Denise Albieri Jodas Salvagioni, Gabrielle Jacklin Eler Article Affiliation: Aquiléia Helena de Morais Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To understand the significance of clay art therapy for psychiatric patients admitted in a day hospital. METHODOLOGY: Qualitative, descriptive and exploratory research, undertaken with 16 patients in a day hospital in Londrina, in the state of Parana, Brazil, who participated in seven clay therapy sessions. Data collection took place from January to July 2012 through interviews guided by a semi structured questionnaire and the data were submitted to content analysis. RESULTS: Three themes emerged: Becoming familiar with clay art therapy; Feeling clay therapy; and Realizing the effect of clay therapy. CONCLUSION: The use of clay as a therapeutic method by psychiatric patients promoted creativity, self-consciousness, and benefited those who sought anxiety relief. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013

Abstract Title: Art therapy for Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Abstract Source: J Alzheimers Dis. 2014 ;39(1):1-11. PMID: 24121964 Abstract Author(s): Bree Chancellor, Angel Duncan, Anjan Chatterjee Article Affiliation: Bree Chancellor Abstract: Patients with dementias commonly experience neuropsychiatric symptoms that diminish their quality of life. Pharmacologic treatments for these symptoms are limited in their efficacy. In the absence of near-future prospects for a cure for degenerative dementias, treatments that improve neuropsychiatric symptoms and quality of life are needed. We explore the hypothesis that art therapy is useful in dementia by reviewing the extant literature. With appropriate structure, patients with dementia can produce and appreciate visual art. Case studies and several small trials suggest that art therapy engages attention, provides pleasure, and improves neuropsychiatric symptoms, social behavior, and self-esteem. Whether these benefits generalize beyond the studio remains unknown. We offer a theoretical framework that motivates the use of art therapy and propose that clinical enquiry to establish methods, assess efficacy, and define optimal conditions for the use of art therapy in Alzheimer's and other dementing disorders is timely. Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013

Abstract Title: [Art therapy in psychosocial rehabilitation of patients with mental disorders]. Abstract Source: Psychiatriki. 2012 Jul-Sep;23(3):245-54. PMID: 23073547 Abstract Author(s): P Apotsos Article Affiliation: P Apotsos Abstract: Despite the use of art therapy in various psychiatric structures and articles supporting its application, in recent years very few data grounded on primary research have been published. Given the complexity of psychiatric disorders the number of people who suffer from them, and the fact that the primary treatment in psychiatric disorders remains pharmacotherapy, questions about the effectiveness of art therapy (as a complimentary treatment) remain open. The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of art therapy in psychosocial rehabilitation of people with psychiatric disorders. A search of the literature and electronic databases using indexing words was conducted. The criteria for inclusion of articles were: a. studies had to be"outcome-intervention"studies, b. studies should concern only intervention in adults, and c. studies had to include patients with diagnoses according to the DSM of the American Psychiatric Association. Finally, only five articles were included in this systematic review. There is evidence for the effectiveness of art therapy in areas related to the psychosocial rehabilitation of persons suffering from psychiatric disorders, usually in combination with pharmacotherapy. The findings of the surveys reviewed are encouraging and justify the conduct of additional primary research. Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2012

Abstract Title: A randomized trial to test the effectiveness of art therapy for children with asthma. Abstract Source: J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2010 Aug;126(2):263-6, 266.e1. Epub 2010 May 11. PMID: 20462632 Abstract Author(s): Anya Beebe, Erwin W Gelfand, Bruce Bender Article Affiliation: Pediatric Behavioral Health, National Jewish Health, Denver, Colo, USA. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Art therapy has been used to help children cope with chronic illness but has not been specifically tested with children who have asthma. OBJECTIVE: To test an art therapy intervention in a randomized controlled trial in children with asthma. METHODS: Twenty-two children with asthma were randomized to an active art therapy or wait-list control group. Those in the active art therapy group participated in 60-minute art therapy sessions once a week for 7 weeks. Sessions included specific art therapy tasks designed to encourage expression, discussion, and problem-solving in response to the emotional burden of chronic illness. Measures taken at baseline, immediately after, and 6 months after the final art therapy session included the Formal Elements Art Therapy Scale applied to the Person Picking an Apple from a Tree assessment, the parent and child versions of the Pediatric Quality of Life Asthma Module, and the Beck Youth Inventories. Those children assigned to the wait-list control group completed all evaluations at the same intervals as the children receiving art therapy but did not receive the art therapy interventions. RESULTS: Score changes from baseline to completion of art therapy indicated (1) improved problem-solving and affect drawing scores; (2) improved worry, communication, and total quality of life scores; and (3) improved Beck anxiety and self concept scores in the active group relative to the control group. At 6 months, the active group maintained some positive changes relative to the control group including (1) drawing affect scores, (2) the worry and quality of life scores, and (3) the Beck anxiety score. Frequency of asthma exacerbations before and after the 6-month study interval did not differ between the 2 groups. CONCLUSION: This was the first randomized trial demonstrating that children with asthma receive benefit from art therapy that includes decreased anxiety and increased quality of life. Article Published Date : Aug 01, 2010

Abstract Title: Art therapy improved depression and influenced fatigue levels in cancer patients on chemotherapy. Abstract Source: Psychooncology. 2007 Nov ;16(11):980-4. PMID: 17351987 Abstract Author(s): Gil Bar-Sela, Lily Atid, Sara Danos, Naomi Gabay, Ron Epelbaum Article Affiliation: Gil Bar-Sela Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Cancer patients are particularly vulnerable to depression and anxiety, with fatigue as the most prevalent symptom of those undergoing treatment. The purpose of this study was to determine whether improvement in depression, anxiety or fatigue during chemotherapy following anthroposophy art therapy intervention is substantial enough to warrant a controlled trial. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Sixty cancer patients on chemotherapy and willing to participate in once-weekly art therapy sessions (painting with water-based paints) were accrued for the study. Nineteen patients who participated in>or =4 sessions were evaluated as the intervention group, and 41 patients who participated in RESULTS: BFI scores were higher in the participant group (p=0.06). In the intervention group, the median HADS score for depression was 9 at the beginning and 7 after the fourth appointment (p=0.021). The median BFI score changed from 5.7 to 4.1 (p=0.24). The anxiety score was in the normal range from the beginning. CONCLUSION: Anthroposophical art therapy is worthy of further study in the treatment of cancer patients with depression or fatigue during chemotherapy treatment. Article Published Date : Oct 31, 2007