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March 21, 2026Psycho-OncologyOpen Access

Creative Arts Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

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ACAshlyn S. L. ChouTMTyler McKechnieVAVikram Arora

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Overview

Systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrate improved well-being in cancer patients through creative arts therapies, suggesting beneficial interventions.

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the effects of creative arts therapies on anxiety, depression, and quality of life in cancer patients.
  • Conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials
  • Analyzed data from multiple studies focusing on cancer patients
  • Assessed outcomes related to anxiety, depression, and quality of life
  • Creative arts therapies significantly reduce anxiety levels in cancer patients
  • There is a notable decrease in depression symptoms among those engaging in art therapy
  • Improvements in overall quality of life were observed in patients participating in creative arts therapies

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Chou et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69be36086e48c4981c6749bdhttps://doi.org/10.1002/pon.70425
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