Examining Changes in HRV and Emotion Following Artmaking with Three Different Art Materials

作者： Johanna Czamanski-Cohen1, Giora Galili2, John J. B. Allen3 1The Emili Sagol Creative Arts Therapies Research Center, The School of Creative Arts Therapies, The Faculty of Health and Welfare,University of Haifa, 2The Department of Education and Psychology,The Open University of Israel, 3Department of Psychology,University of Arizona

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Overview

This protocol guides researchers in measuring changes in self-reported emotional responses and heart rate variability following art making with various materials. It is adaptable for different behavioral conditions and activities.

Key Study Components

Area of Science

• Neuroscience
• Behavioral Science
• Creative Arts Therapy

Background

• Art making can influence emotional responses.
• Heart rate variability is a physiological measure of emotional state.
• Understanding these changes can inform therapeutic practices.
• Healthy participants aged 18-40 were recruited for the study.

Purpose of Study

• To assess emotional responses during art making.
• To measure heart rate variability in relation to different art materials.
• To provide a protocol that can be adapted for various conditions.

Methods Used

• Use of art materials at a table setting.
• Portable wireless ECG recording device for heart rate measurement.
• Biopatch with gel electrodes placed below the sternum.
• Software for visualizing recorded data.

Main Results

• Participants reported changes in emotional responses.
• Heart rate variability data was successfully recorded.
• Findings suggest a relationship between art materials and emotional states.
• Age-related subgroup analysis is recommended for broader studies.

Conclusions

• Art making can be a valuable tool in emotional assessment.
• Heart rate variability is a useful measure in this context.
• The protocol can be adapted for various research applications.

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