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From pain to paintings: evaluating the role of art in the well-being of psychiatric patients and the challenges in clinical practice

FROM PAIN TO PAINTINGS: EVALUATING ART’S ROLE IN PSYCHIATRY PATIENTS’ WELL-BEING AND CHALLENGES IN CLINICAL PRACTICE

Realistic images of nature in psychiatric wards reduce agitation and the use of as-needed medication, whereas abstract and ambiguous images may increase agitation in patients with psychosis or heightened vulnerability.

The study aimed to examine the potential of visual art in psychiatric wards to reduce cultural barriers and reflect individual diversity; its role in reducing alienation and stigma by transforming institutional spaces into communities of care; its benefits as a tool for emotional resilience for patients, families, and healthcare professionals; and how it meets the needs of different age groups. A narrative review was conducted using the keywords "mental health", "art", "psychiatry", "hospital", "well-being", and "art interventions"; evidence was synthesized from studies examining the effects of visual art on clinical outcomes, patient perceptions, and the atmosphere of healthcare facilities. Ulrich's Theory of Supportive Design provided the theoretical framework, emphasizing that the physical environment can reduce the stress of hospitalization when it fosters social support and offers "positive distractions" such as visual art. The findings indicate that exposure to realistic images of nature in acute psychiatric units significantly reduces the rate of as-needed (pro re nata, PRN) medication administration for anxiety and agitation compared with rooms containing no art or abstract art. Fewer episodes of agitation generate direct cost savings through lower medication expenditure and less staff time spent on interventions. Conversely, patients with psychosis or heightened vulnerability may respond negatively to ambiguous abstract art, interpreting distorted forms as threatening or confusing and becoming more agitated rather than relaxed. Artwork displayed in communal areas creates a shared frame of reference, fostering a sociable atmosphere that encourages interaction and reduces social isolation. In conclusion, art selection in psychiatry should be an inclusive, patient-centered process; selections reflecting diversity in gender, age, and culture can reduce agitation and emergency medication use through noninvasive environmental modifications, transform sterile spaces into healing environments that respect individual cultural heritage, and strengthen the therapeutic alliance by creating an atmosphere that conveys dignity and care. No numerical outcome data were reported in the poster.

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