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Adult coloring books is a popular way to engage in art! It is one of the many ways to participate in leisure and can be very therapeutic. Art allows you to explore your feelings and express yourself. According to the American Art Therapy Association, the process of making and creating art can assist with solving conflicts, nurturing self- awareness, manage behaviors, develop social skills, increase self-esteem, and reduce anxiety (Fitzpatrick & Burn, 2017). How can art and coloring provide such great benefits?? Try it for yourself! Take a moment to focus on the details of the picture and color it however you desire. Take a moment to enter into your personal time and escape from daily chaos. It may be difficult to tune out the outside world at first but keep trying!
Love coloring? Check out this video to learn about the therapeutic benefits of adult coloring books!
- Reduces stress
- Increase relaxation
- Increase communication
Try this leisure activity this week
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Resources:
(Fitzpatrick & Burn, 2017) https://www.cnn.com/2016/01/06/health/adult-coloring-books-popularity-mental-health/index.html