Holistic mental health Blog
Art Therapy and Trauma Recovery
Art therapy offers a powerful, natural approach to alleviating the symptoms of PTSD and traumatic experiences. A 2016 study by Drexel University found that engaging in art-making for just 45 minutes can significantly reduce cortisol levels, a stress-related hormone which correlates with prolonged nervous system dysregulation.
Gratitude reduces inflammation in our body and brain
Gratitude has been shown to reduce inflammation in our bodies and therefore our brains. When our brain is inflamed, the Blood Brain Barrier becomes compromised, it doesn’t function as well and we experience increased depression and anxiety symptoms.
