Art therapy is a mental health profession that uses the creative process of art making
to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of
all ages. It is believed to help the artist resolve problems, increase self awareness,
express feelings and manage behavior. Art therapy is also believed to reduce stress,
which can consequently lower seizure frequency in children and adults with epilepsy
disorders.
Vincent van Gogh, Lewis Carroll, and Michelangelo were all profound artists who lived
with a form of epilepsy. It is believed that their disabilities may have played a role in
their creative process.
The LGS Foundation is currently developing an art therapy program for LGS patients
by linking individuals with art therapists and/or providing art supplies. If you know
someone who may be interested in joining our art therapy program, please e-mail us to
receive further information.
to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of
all ages. It is believed to help the artist resolve problems, increase self awareness,
express feelings and manage behavior. Art therapy is also believed to reduce stress,
which can consequently lower seizure frequency in children and adults with epilepsy
disorders.
Vincent van Gogh, Lewis Carroll, and Michelangelo were all profound artists who lived
with a form of epilepsy. It is believed that their disabilities may have played a role in
their creative process.
The LGS Foundation is currently developing an art therapy program for LGS patients
by linking individuals with art therapists and/or providing art supplies. If you know
someone who may be interested in joining our art therapy program, please e-mail us to
receive further information.
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