Exploring Global Case Studies of Arts in Healthcare

Kagaba Amina G.

Faculty of Business, Kampala International University, Uganda

ABSTRACT

The intersection of arts and healthcare represents a transformative approach to addressing physical, emotional, and social well-being. This paper investigates global case studies to examine the role of arts in healthcare, emphasizing their therapeutic and rehabilitative impact. From visual and performing arts to community-based initiatives, the arts have demonstrated the potential to reduce anxiety, foster emotional resilience, and enhancing quality of life. Drawing on examples from countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, this analysis highlights the systemic, financial, and ethical challenges faced in scaling arts-based health interventions. Additionally, the paper delves into the necessity of robust research methodologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and diverse funding mechanisms to sustain arts programs in healthcare. The findings emphasize the importance of integrating arts into health systems as a culturally relevant, human-centered practice for holistic well-being.

Keywords: Arts in healthcare, Therapeutic arts, Global case studies, Arts and well-being, Health disparities.

CITE AS: Kagaba Amina G. (2024). Exploring Global Case Studies of Arts in Healthcare. IDOSR JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION AND ENGLISH 9(3):21-26. https://doi.org/10.59298/IDOSR/JCE/93.2126.202400