Cultura creativa e patrimonio culturale per la salute mentale delle giovani generazioni

In recent decades, international studies and scientific evidence have solidified the value of arts and culture for the well-being of individuals and communities. Promoting self-expression, self-confidence, a sense of purpose, along with enhancing self-esteem and verbal/nonverbal communication, are just some of the dimensions of mental well-being influenced by cultural practices. These practices encompass not only the visual and performing arts but also novel approaches tied to cultural heritage. Participatory creative processes can particularly play a strategic role in addressing one of the most complex challenges of our time: the mental health of younger generations.