Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts

Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts Science is suggesting that engaging in creative endeavors is a key component of our physical and mental health. In the UK, doctors are writing "social prescriptions" to provide patients with clinical access to creative outlets. Our experts explain the new research supporting this shift and argue that creative participation is essential for our health. Guests: Daisy Fancourt, professor of psychobiology & epidemiology, University College London, author, Art Cure; Robynn Smith, professor emeritus, Monterey Peninsula College, founder, Print Day in May Host: Kristen Farrah Producer: Polly Hansen Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.