Study finds looking at art can boost well-being

Study finds looking at art can boost well-being

A new study examined decades of research, providing for the first time a "clear and comprehensive" overview of when, where and why art viewing is used to promote well-being.

"Art is often viewed as a luxury, but our findings suggest that viewing artwork – whether as part of an individual's hobbies or as a targeted intervention – can significantly improve well-being," says researcher MacKenzie Trupp.