Nice News - If you find yourself turning to music to boost your mood, or if solving a jigsaw puzzle, painting, or singing is one of your favorite ways to unwind, we have some good news for you. A recent poll conducted by the American Psychiatric Association confirms that those feel-good vibes are important for your mental health — while other sources suggest there may be some benefits to your physical health as well. The findings established a link between participating in creative activities and maintaining mental health. Among the poll participants, 71% of those who described their mental health as either “very good” or “excellent” engaged in creative activities more frequently than those who categorized their mental health as “good” (50%), or “fair” or “poor” (46%).
According to APA President Dr. Petros Levounis, the benefits of enjoying creative activities are numerous. “We live in stressful times, and sometimes our jobs and responsibilities can drain our energy and our mental health,” Levounis said in a news release. “Creative activities aren’t just for fun, they can help us take a step back from the daily grind, use our brains differently, and relax. Picking up that paintbrush or solving a tricky puzzle can truly move us to a different mindset.”
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