Cases-Cunillera Jaume, Del Río Sáez Ruben, Simó-Algado Salvador
Research Group on Innovation in Mental Health and Social Wellbeing (ISAMBES), Centre for Health and Social Care Research (CESS), Osonament- Fundació Centre Mèdic Psicopedagògic d'Osona, Institute for Research and Innovation in Life Sciences and Health in Central Catalonia (IRIS-CC), Faculty of Health Sciences and Welfare, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia (UVIC-UCC), Vic, Espanya.
Research Group on Innovation in Mental Health and Social Wellbeing (ISAMBES), Centre for Health and Social Care Research (CESS), Institute for Research and Innovation in Life Sciences and Health in Central Catalonia (IRIS-CC), Faculty of Health Sciences and Welfare, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia (UVIC-UCC), Vic, Espanya.
Qual Health Res. 2024 Dec 1:10497323241298899. doi: 10.1177/10497323241298899.
Community arts interventions demonstrate positive effects on mental health recovery by fostering creativity, self-expression, and social interaction. This study explores the participation process in the Artistic Couples project, which provides collaborative spaces for artists with mental health conditions and local artists. We followed up six artistic couples participating in the project using a narrative-in-action process over 6 months in various community settings. Our aim was to understand the experiences of artists during their participation in Artistic Couples and to uncover the mental health benefits derived from their involvement. Coupled and individually semi-structured interviews and participant observation were employed. Data analysis was conducted using narrative analysis. The results of the collaborative process among participants are reflected in three primary areas: (1) Meeting, engagement, and connection; (2) Dialogue, teamwork, and creative process; and (3) Personal development and learning. The research findings suggest that participating in the Artistic Couples project facilitates self-expression, a sense of social connection, and improved artistic skills among participants, fostering mutual support and effective interpersonal communication. Moreover, participants reported experiences of learning and personal development. Consequently, the study advocates for creating new community spaces that encourage collaborative practices within mental health services. These spaces should promote free expression and facilitate discussions on personal matters, including mental health challenges.
社区艺术干预通过培养创造力、自我表达和社交互动，对心理健康恢复产生积极影响。本研究探讨了“艺术伴侣”项目中的参与过程，该项目为有心理健康问题的艺术家和当地艺术家提供了合作空间。我们在6个月的时间里，在不同的社区环境中，采用行动叙事法对参与该项目的六对艺术伴侣进行了跟踪。我们的目的是了解艺术家在参与“艺术伴侣”项目期间的经历，并揭示他们参与项目所获得的心理健康益处。我们采用了夫妻和个人半结构化访谈以及参与观察的方法。数据分析采用叙事分析法。参与者之间合作过程的结果体现在三个主要方面：（1）会面、参与和联系；（2）对话、团队合作和创作过程；（3）个人发展和学习。研究结果表明，参与“艺术伴侣”项目有助于参与者进行自我表达、建立社会联系感并提高艺术技能，促进相互支持和有效的人际沟通。此外，参与者报告了学习和个人发展的经历。因此，该研究主张创建新的社区空间，鼓励在心理健康服务中开展合作实践。这些空间应促进自由表达，并便于就包括心理健康挑战在内的个人事务进行讨论。
