CREATIVE HIGHLIGHT
Creative Art Therapy
Activities for
3Emotional Health BY: Rebecca Eanes
Imagine a child just lost a beloved pet. He draws a picture of that pet on a cloud
with hearts all around it. He’s just used art and his creativity to process and
express his emotions. Creativity is important for emotional well being. Benefits
include reducing stress and anxiety, sharpening critical thinking and problemsolving
skills, increasing self-awareness, and allowing self-expression.
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