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The therapeutic power of photography on World Mental Health Day

  • Megan Carley
  • 8 October 2024
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This article was written by Luxury Hospitality Mag. Click here to read the original article

3 in 5 individuals in the UK suffer from some form of anxiety, yet almost half of them keep it a secret as they worry about criticism from others. Additionally, over half of employees in the UK are experiencing symptoms of depression. These alarming figures reveal that the challenges are not discussed openly enough, leading to feelings of isolation among those affected.

There are many factors that can have an impact on mental health and well-being. When individuals are struggling with their mental well-being, the creative arts can help to calm their busy minds, give them an outlet for their emotions, and provide them with a sensation of being able to do something for themselves. Photography, specifically, can be incredibly beneficial for mental health.

This year, World Mental Health Day falls onto Thursday 10th of October. To raise awareness ahead of this day, leading camera insurer photoGuard has spoken out on the mental health benefits of photography.

Therapeutic photography allows people to use their photos for well-being or personal healing purposes. Photography has several therapeutic benefits linked to mental health, as it helps to showcase individual creativity, allows photographers to detach from their responsibilities and improves their mood.

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“In a hectic world, it can be hard to see how something we enjoy so much, and perhaps even do for a living, can help with our mental well-being” says Simon Bennett, Managing Director of photoGuard.

Photography can relieve anxiety

The word “mindfulness” has been mentioned frequently over the past few years. The practice of consciously partaking in an activity can have similar benefits to meditation, which is what mindfulness is all about. Photography can be an act of mindfulness, when behind the camera, photographers can redirect their energy away from external concerns and solely focus on the moment and task at hand. After a photography session, individuals are likely to feel calmer and more present than prior to the session, which can be helpful when navigating through difficult situations.

Photography can boost confidence

When suffering from depression, anxiety, or any other mental health challenges, often it can have a negative effect on self-esteem. It can be difficult to find pride in activities that individuals enjoy, as sometimes even daily tasks like getting out of bed can seem impossible. In these moments, grabbing a camera and engaging in a photography session can be extremely valuable, as it can help address the feeling of being unable to accomplish anything. Seeing the results of the photographs can provide a boost in self-esteem and confidence.

“Make sure to take the time to look back on the photographs you have taken. Feel proud of your achievements” adds Bennett.

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https://www.photoguard.co.uk/mental-health-photography

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