Pilot trial improved mental health and quality of life for older adults, suggesting art integration may enhance public health systems.
We recently demonstrated that a single physician-prescribed visit to the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Quebec, Canada) may lead to significant improvements in patient mental health [1]. Conducted with patients from both primary and secondary care, this pilot trial showed notable well-being and quality of life benefits, especially among those facing acute illness or reporting unhappiness.
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