Report links regular museum and gallery visits with wellbeing

Health · First reported 3 Nov, 00:01 · Updated 00:46

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A report says spending at least 60 minutes a month in a museum or art gallery may support wellbeing. The coverage ranges from a broad summary of the research to specific reported findings on depression, stress, loneliness and health.

The report recommends at least 60 minutes a month in an art gallery or museum; it says this could help cut depression, lower stress and improve health.
A study of 2,148 adults found lower depression risk among people who attended museums, theatre or cinema every few months, with a larger reduction reported for monthly or more frequent attendance.
The Irish News snippet also reports that regular visits to art galleries and museums can help cut depression, lower stress and improve health.

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Key facts

Suggested monthly visit: At least 60 minutes in an art gallery or museum
2019 study participants: 2,148 adults
Depression risk finding: 32% lower for attendance every few months; 48% lower for monthly or more frequent attendance
Social connection finding: 82% of people in one study said the arts made them feel socially connected