Neuropsychological Aspects of Coping with Stress in Children and Adults through Art Therapy

Olha Savitska (), Victoria Nazarevych (), Inha Poliluieva (), Vira Kramchenkova (), Olena Kosianova () and Iryna Boreichuk ()
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Olha Savitska: PhD in Psychology, Associate Professor, Associate Professor at the Department of Educational Psychology, Kamianets-Podilskyi Ivan Ohiienko National University, Kamianets-Podilskyi, Ukraine
Victoria Nazarevych: Associate Professor of the Department of Developmental and Pedagogical Psychology, Ph.D. Rivne State University of Humanities, Rivne State University of the Humanities (RSUH), Rivne, Ukraine
Inha Poliluieva: Candidate of Psychological Sciences, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Pedagogical, Psychology, Social Work and Management, Hlukhiv National Pedagogical University named after O. Dovzhenko, Hlukhiv, Ukraine
Vira Kramchenkova: Doctor of Science in Psychology, Full Professor, Professor of the Department of Psychology, H.S. Skovoroda Kharkiv National Pedagogical University, Kharkiv, Ukraine
Olena Kosianova: PhD in Psychology, Associate Professor of the Department of Theory and Methodology of Practical Psychology South Ukrainian National Pedagogical University named after K. D. Ushynsky, Odesa, Ukraine
Iryna Boreichuk: PhD of Psychological Sciences, Docent of the Department of Practical Psychology and Social Technologies, European University, Kyiv, Ukraine

Revista romaneasca pentru educatie multidimensionala - Journal for Multidimensional Education, 2025, vol. 17, issue 2, 667-681

Abstract: Nowadays, the problem of stress is becoming increasingly relevant for both children and adults. Ongoing social changes, high levels of information overload, and life crises create favourable conditions for the emergence of stressful situations. These situations negatively affect physical and mental health. Children are particularly vulnerable to stress, as their nervous systems are still in an active phase of development. Adults, who often bear complex social responsibilities, are also at high risk. This article explores the neuropsychological aspects of using art therapy as an effective method for coping with stress in children and adults. It highlights how creative activities contribute to emotional regulation, anxiety reduction, and the stimulation of cognitive functions. In addition, the article examines various art therapy techniques, including drawing, musical improvisation, drama therapy, and colour-based work. These methods foster the development of brain neuroplasticity. Emphasis is placed on adapting art therapy approaches to different age groups and the specific needs of individual clients. The article also provides practical recommendations for professionals working in psychology, education, and rehabilitation. The findings confirm that art therapy serves as a universal tool for strengthening stress resilience and enhancing psycho- emotional well-being in the face of current challenges.

Keywords: stress; school-related stress; correction; art therapy; emotional distress; anxiety prevention. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.18662/rrem/17.2/1000

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