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The Power of Art
Coping with trauma
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here, we can see how art expresses inner tumultuousness and conflict.
This is evident in artists such as Tracey Emin, who turn their trauma to art.
Tracey Emin
Tracey Emin represented her traumatic break up in this raw, confessional piece.
Her honest portrayal of something that everyone has experienced is a reason why her artwork is so famous.
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Jean-Michel Basquiat expressed his traumatic childhood and experiences of homelessness and depression in his hurried brushstrokes and vivid colors.
The artist also struggled with a drug addiction, which is portrayed in the volatile and tumultuous nature of his artwork
Edward Munch
Edward Munch is known for his painting "the scream", which depicts anxiety and stress.
He often said that his fear is the main motivation for his artwork, and that it makes his artwork so unique.
The art style of famous artists, such as Van Gogh, offers a glimpse into their personal struggles with their mental health and addiction
Chroma-therapy
Color therapy is a form of therapy based on the thought process which states that colors can cause neurological and hormonal reactions which impact a person's mental health.
Color therapy states that different colors have different effects on our mental health; some colors are beneficial for our mental health, while some colors aren't .
Color therapy is used in conjunction with modern therapy methods to alleviate anxiety and ease depression.
Self expression
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The arts is a medium of self expression, and helps artists reconcile with their emotions.
Studies have shown that regularly doing some form of art can help decrease stress levels and make a person feel better.
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Benefits of art
Art can be used to express the emotions a person is feeling, which improves their communication skills.
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