Art Therapy

The healing power of art has been well documented in the literature. This is true in terms of the therapeutic value of art from doing art, such as the relaxing or calming nature of painting or the soothing powers on arthritis from weaving. This is also true, however, in terms of psychological impact. This impact of art can come from doing art (dancing, painting, weaving, etc.) or engaging with art (viewing positive imagery, discussing interpretations of art, etc.). As Ben Young (2005, p. 11) maintains, "When you put art in front of people who are in pain, or suffering, it soothes and comforts them." This analysis will discuss weaving as a form of art therapy.

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