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U.S. Museums Are (Finally) Developing Art Therapy Programs

AUDIENCE, VISUAL Posted: June 18, 2020 5:33 am

“Although psychologists have long recognized the benefits of art therapy, … few American museums have devoted resources toward creating programs. But the demands of a grief-stricken public are now compelling cultural institutions around the country to create trauma-aware initiatives that put their art collections and educators at the forefront of a mental health crisis created by the pandemic and the worldwide protests over police brutality and racism after George Floyd’s killing.” – The New York Times

AUDIENCE, VISUAL Published: 06.15.20

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