Effects of different art therapies on the psychological well-being and quality of life in cancer survivors: a systematic review and network meta-analysis - Report - MDSpire
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Effects of different art therapies on the psychological well-being and quality of life in cancer survivors: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Clinical Report: Impact of Various Art Therapy Approaches on Psychological Health
Overview
This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of various art therapies on psychological well-being and quality of life among cancer survivors. The analysis included mandala painting therapy and music therapy as interventions.
Background
As cancer survival rates increase, the psychological well-being of survivors has become a critical concern. Psychological distress, including anxiety and depression, is prevalent among cancer patients and can significantly impair their quality of life. Art therapy has emerged as a potential adjunctive intervention to address these mental health challenges in cancer survivors.
Data Highlights
Intervention
Effectiveness
Ranking (SUCRA)
Mandala Painting Therapy
Alleviates depression
N/A
Music Therapy
Reduces fatigue (SMD = -5.83)
96.4%
Music Therapy
High rankings for anxiety and pain relief
67.4% and 69.0%
Key Findings
Twenty-eight studies with 2,542 cancer survivors were included in the analysis.
Mandala painting therapy showed statistically significant efficacy in alleviating depression.
Music therapy was superior to routine care for fatigue reduction.
Music therapy had high SUCRA rankings for anxiety and pain relief, though not statistically significant.
Substantial clinical heterogeneity and potential publication bias were noted in the findings.
Clinical Implications
The findings indicate that mandala painting and music therapy were evaluated as adjunctive therapies for improving psychological health in cancer survivors.
Conclusion
Mandala art therapy and music therapy were evaluated for their effects on psychological well-being and quality of life among cancer survivors, though further research is necessary to confirm these findings due to identified limitations.
