A Mixed Methods Study Exploring the Use of Positive Centered-Art Therapy for Anxiety and Depression in Survivors of Cancer
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Author
Daniels, Rhonda
Date
2021
Degree
Master of Arts in Art Therapy
Abstract
This heuristic study included Positive Centered-Art Therapy (PC-AT). PC-AT involved positive
reflections along with creating positive subject matters. Positivity included prayer, faith, and
religious subject matters while recognizing that challenges exist. The heuristic study was
completed to determine the experiences of PC-AT on symptoms of anxiety and depression in an
adult survivor of cancer. Also, a quantitative nonexperiential study was conducted using a survey
to determine reported levels of anxiety and depression in elderly survivors of cancer and to
determine to what degree participants were interested in PC-AT. Overarching themes for the
heuristic study included (a) reduced anxiety, (b) reduced depression, (c) experiencing God’s
power and glory, (d) experiences in art, (e) relationships, and (f) using PC-AT to help with the
challenges of African Americans. The quantitative study revealed a great percentage of
participants with various levels of anxiety and depression were interested in PC-AT. They were
also interested in PC-AT which incorporated faith and religion. PC-AT may be beneficial to
other populations who are stressed such as those impacted by racism.