Eating right, exercising, and getting a good night’s sleep can all help us stay healthy. But can participating in the arts also help us thrive as we age? Researchers are looking at singing groups, theater training, and visual arts for older adults to see if the arts may improve the health, well-being, and independence of older people.
Check out this article to learn about how several studies are having a positive impact on participants. Research findings show reduced feelings of loneliness, increased interest in life, and improvements in mood.
Ongoing #research suggests that participating in the arts may improve the health, well-being, and independence of older adults. Learn more about this exciting area of research and what the NIH has learned so far. https://bit.ly/2tsDNj7
