Making art is fun. But there's a lot more to it. It might serve an evolutionary purpose — and emerging research shows that it can help us feel happy and relaxed. Meredith Rizzo/NPR hide caption toggle caption Meredith Rizzo/NPR Shots - Health News Feeling Artsy? Here's How Making Art Helps Your Brain January 11, 2020 Making art is fun. But there's a lot more to it. It might serve an evolutionary purpose — and emerging research shows that it can help us process difficult emotions and tap into joy.
iStockphoto Opinion 13.7: Cosmos And Culture For Adults, Coloring Invites Creativity And Brings Comfort June 11, 2015 Coloring for adults is an activity surging in popularity. Commentator Barbara J. King discovers that coloring engages her senses, even easing, a bit, her grief at the loss of a parent.