Swiss Doctors Prescribe Museum Visits to Treat Mental Health in Neuchâtel
Published on 3.31.25
The intersection of art and mental health has gained significant attention in recent years, with a growing body of research highlighting its benefits in reducing trauma impact and lowering mortality risk. A 2019 World Health Organization report underscored the importance of incorporating art into healthcare, citing its potential as a form of preventive medicine.
In Neuchâtel, Switzerland, doctors are now able to prescribe museum visits as part of their patients' treatment plans, with local authorities covering the costs. This innovative approach is being hailed as a pioneering effort in the field of art therapy. According to Psychologist Oleh Bereziuk, head of the mental health department at the UNBROKEN Center, art therapy can be a valuable tool in diagnosing and treating stress-related disorders.
By leveraging the power of art, healthcare professionals can provide patients with a unique and effective means of coping with trauma and stress.