The transformative power of art in palliative care patients
04/11/24 at 03:00 AM
The transformative power of art in palliative care patients
Hardwood Paroxysm, by Shannon Bailey; 4/10/24
Art can often express what is difficult in words. ... Carles joined the program weeks before his death and after undergoing other treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or immunotherapy. ... [His partner and mother of his twin daughters described,] “The art therapy sessions were the most anticipated moment of the day during his stay in palliative care. For him, this was a way to express his feelings. A space for self-care, intimacy, meditation as well as connection with his closest beings.” [Read more for ...]
- Benefits of art therapy ...
- Patient transformation ...
- The role of families ...