Art Cure

Daisy Fancourt

Many of us consider making and consuming art to be a hobby, or even a luxury. But what if arts engagement - from classical music to salsa, poetry to pop concerts, galleries to graffiti - was in fact one of our most powerful tools for unlocking health and happiness? What if art could help you live longer - and even save your life? Professor Daisy Fancourt reveals the life-changing power of the arts: Songs support the architectural development of children's brains. Creative hobbies help our brains to stay resilient against dementia. Visual art and music act just like drugs to reduce depression, stress, and pain. Dance build new neural pathways for people with brain injuries. Going to live music events, museums, exhibitions, and the theatre decreases our risk of future loneliness and frailty.

Author(s): Fancourt, Daisy
Binding: Hardback
Date of Publication: 08/01/2026
Pagination: 320 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Cornerstone Press
Published By: Cornerstone Press
Book Classification: Psychotherapy: general|Coping with ageing|Coping with ageing|Assertiveness, motivation & self-esteem|Popular medicine & health|The arts
Dimensions: 242x163x34
Weight: 574
ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781529935530