Creating art can also have many benefits for the brain, including:

Activating the reward center: Making art can activate the brain’s reward center.

Lowering stress and anxiety: Making art can help lower stress and anxiety.

Promoting brain plasticity: The process of creating and appreciating art promotes brain plasticity, which can lead to cognitive flexibility and problem-solving skills.

Art therapy is a recognized form of treatment because engaging in a creative practice can help reduce symptoms of depression and PTSD.