A few months ago, I read a study reporting that cortisol (a stress-related hormone) lowers significantly after just 45 minutes of making art (Kaimal, Ray & Muniz, 2016). Intrigued, I bought watercolor ...

In high school, I was suffocated by my activities and commitments. There were days when I would leave the house at 4:30 a.m. for swim practice and wouldn’t be home until 9:30 p.m. after working on the ...

I’m convinced that crayons are self-care. Indulge me as I explain this premise that admittedly sounds a little…out there. Research has found that making art can activate reward pathways in the brain, ...

Girija Kaimal receives funding from the national Endowment for the Arts, Drexel University, Department of Defense, Johns Hopkins University and the Prasad Family Foundation. When you think about the ...

Coloring books aren't just for kids anymore. Most recently, coloring has been recognized as a helpful tool for those practicing good mental health. According to the Mayo Clinic, coloring is good for ...

I'm convinced that crayons are self-care. Indulge me as I explain this premise that admittedly sounds a little…out there. Research has found that making art can activate reward pathways in the brain, ...