Art Pharmacy

We are proud to be featured in a recent Drug Topics article, “Visual Art Therapy Significantly Improved Patients’ Mental Health Outcomes.” With the goal of integrating arts and culture into a therapeutic benefits space, our mission is to create a cohesive relationship between healthcare and the arts aligned with the American Art Therapy Association. https://bit.ly/4hMzXbV #ArtPharmacy #healthcare #socialhealth #mentalhealth #AmericanArtTherapyAssociation #arttherapy

Mental Health America released its 2024 State of Mental Health in America Report. The report cited the barriers to obtaining mental health treatment, such as a lack of providers. In fact, there are 340 people for every one mental health provider and more than 122 million people living in a mental health workforce shortage area. Learn more about the current state of mental health: https://bit.ly/4f2FkSl #ArtPharmacy #healthcare #socialhealth #mentalhealth #MentalHealthAmerica

We're working to build a public infrastructure to support the role of cultural experiences as a protective factor in the health & well-being of all people. We've partnered with Art Pharmacy to expand arts-based social prescription in MA. #PowerOfCulture https://lnkd.in/eZKcFtwG

The BMJ Global Health states, “[Social Prescribing] connects individuals to non-clinical services and supports that address social needs, such as those related to loneliness, housing instability and mental health. At the person level, social prescribing can give individuals the knowledge, skills, motivation and confidence to manage their own health and well-being.” Read more here: https://bit.ly/4evFoKg #ArtPharmacy #Healthcare #Wellness #MentalHealth #SocialPrescribing

Social isolation can have negative effects, but feelings of loneliness in older adults can cause high risk for major health conditions. According to the National Institute on Aging, senior citizens facing social isolation can experience health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and a weakened immune system. Through social prescribing, patients are connected with arts and culture partners to help fight against social isolation and other mental health issues. #ArtPharmacy #Wellness #MentalHealth #SocialIsolation #Healthcare

Advancements in #AI and #digital tools are transforming #BehavioralHealth care by enabling more personalized, precision-based #interventions tailored to individual needs. These #innovations, from real-time #MentalHealth monitoring to AI-driven #therapy, are improving outcomes, #accessibility, and #equity, helping clinicians and communities better address the growing demand for mental health services. “Revolutionizing Behavioral Health Through Technology and AI: The Promise of Personalized Care” By Chris Appleton Art Pharmacy 📰 Read the article: https://lnkd.in/dT5_99BT

Recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention research reveals that social connection can protect against chronic disease and serious illness, such as heart disease, dementia, and depression. Social activities through social prescribing are proven to improve mental health and well-being. To learn more, read: https://bit.ly/4eHj143 #ArtPharmacy #ArtPharm #MentalHealth #SocialConnection #Healthcare

"The integration of AI and other technologies into behavioral health care is ushering in a new era of precision and personalization. As research continues to validate the importance of individualized interventions, the use of AI to analyze data, predict outcomes, and deliver tailored support will become increasingly central to mental health treatment." Art Pharmacy CEO & Founder Chris Appleton. Read more in Behavioral Health News Fall 2024 Issue https://bit.ly/48jdvm9 #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth #ArtPharmacy #health #AI #healthtechnology

As mentioned in the “The Connection Cure” by Julia Hotz, social prescribing aims to pivot from the traditional healthcare approach of getting sick and visiting the doctor for a diagnosis and pills. Social prescribing offers a way to look internally and externally for new and positive ways to reach and enhance the experience of joy, creativity, and pleasure through connection. To learn more about the book visit//bit.ly/4dsgZnp #ArtPharmacy #SocialPrescribing #MentalHealth #TheConnectionCure #JuliaHotz

According to the American Psychological Association, almost three quarters of college students reported moderate or psychological distress, and more than 60% of students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem. As the school year continues, stress continues to build within students. To learn more about the issue, visit: https://bit.ly/3CGMYjO #ArtPharmacy #SocialPrescribing #MentalHealth #StudentHealth