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The Effect of A Community-Engaged Arts Program on Older Adults’ Well-Being
via La revue canadienne du vieillissement | Research and Studies
Abstract: “This mixed-methods study evaluated the effect of a community-engaged arts program on the physical, emotional, and social well-being of seniors. Weekly workshops were offered over a three-year period at community centers where artists worked …
Interventions to Reduce Ageism Against Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
via American Journal of Public Health (AJPH) | Research and Studies
From the abstract: “Research has found a strong link between ageism, in the form of negative stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination toward older people, and risks to their physical and mental health. Little is known, however, …
Creativity in Older Adults: A Plethora of Possibilities
via Issues in Mental Health Nursing | Research and Studies
Abstract: “Aging continues to be an important topic of study. For many older adults, the elder years can be a challenging, if not difficult, time. Creativity interventions have been shown to positively affect mental and …
A Review of Arts and Aging Research: Revealing an Elusive but Promising Direction for the Era of the Third Age
via Humanities and the Arts, Journal of Aging | Research and Studies
Abstract: “This article examines arts and aging research over a 40-year period in four highly visible gerontology journals. We examine the content, amount, and distribution of research between 1970 and 2009, identifying dominant themes and …
Use of Timeslips to Improve Communication in Persons With Moderate-Late Stage Dementia
via Humanities and the Arts, Journal of Aging | Research and Studies
Abstract: “There is currently a lack of published research on the effectiveness of a creative expression (CE) program known as TimeSlips (TS), which has the goal of improving quality of life and social connectedness for …
The Cultural Value of Older People’s Experiences of Theater-Making: A Review.
via The Gerontologist | Research and Studies
Abstract: “Although a number of existing reviews document the health and social benefits of arts participation by older people, there are none which focus specifically on theater and drama. This article presents the findings of …
Hot Streaks in Artistic, Cultural and Scientific Careers
via Nature: International Journal of Science | Research and Studies
From Nature: International Journal of Science: “Here, building on rich literature on the lifecycle of creativity, we collected large-scale career histories of individual artists, film directors and scientists, tracing the artworks, films and scientific publications …
Comparison of Well-Being of Older Adult Choir Singers and the General Population in Finland: A Case-Control Study
via Musicae Scientiae | Research and Studies
Abstract: “Previous research suggests that singing in a choir as an older adult is associated with better quality of life (QoL). However, the degree to which sociodemographic variables and level of engagement in hobbies contribute …
Does Creating Art Make People Happier
via Createquity | Research and Studies
A study from Vanderbilt’s Curb Center makes a case for the benefits of active arts participation.
Participatory Arts for Older Adults: A Review of Benefits and Challenges
via The Gerontologist | Research and Studies
Abstract: “This article reviews the scientific literature on the enhancement of healthy aging in older adults through active participation in the arts. Methodologies and conclusions are described for studies of dance, expressive writing, music (singing …