The Need for Teen Self-Expression Through Art

There is currently a nationwide epidemic of depression and anxiety among adolescents. Public schools are doing their best to institute counseling and outreach programs. And there’s community support that helps to raise awareness and educate teens about self-care.

But then there’s art.

It’s crucial that teens are given the opportunity to express themselves using their inherent creativity. Self-expression through art is proven to relieve stress and significantly decrease anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

Plus, doing so promotes students’ interest in school while boosting overall happiness in other aspects of their lives. The Dangers of Unexpressed Pain

Here’s a scary statistic.

Anxiety and depression are clearly the most common mental health concerns for adolescents. Yet surveys have found that 80% of teens with a diagnosable anxiety disorder and 60% of those who are depressed never receive treatment.