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Exploring the impact of art on the brain

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A recent book by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross has brought attention to the effects art has on the human brain.

The arts don’t just bring beauty into the world. They can trigger social change and reflect the zeitgeist of the times. They can also impact the human brain.

We’ll address how the arts have a healing, calming effect and can help people process trauma and stress.

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