The Expression of Creativity through Occupation

Blanche, Erna Imperatore

doi:10.1080/14427591.2007.9686580

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“…Knitting is both a process and a product-oriented occupation. Blanche (2007) used the term 'process-oriented', where benefits are derived from occupational engagement (p22). In this study, respondents attributed a number of psychological benefits to the knitting process, coming from its rhythmic and repetitive nature, which induced feelings of calm and relaxation.…”

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“…A phenomenological study exploring the meanings of making traditional arts and crafts (Tzanidaki and Reynolds 2011) revealed a sense of competence and achievement that comes from craft making and a sense of continuity of self in later life among older women in Crete. Indeed, Blanche (2007) described creative occupations as 'one of the purest ways for a person to express their authentic self' (p29). From their review of the literature, Perruzza and Kinsella (2010) found that engaging in creative arts occupations also enhanced participants' perceived sense of control and choice, offering a form of self-expression, a sense of purpose and a means of coming to terms with illness.…”

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The Benefits of Knitting for Personal and Social Wellbeing in Adulthood: Findings from an International Survey

Riley

Corkhill²,

Morris

2013

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Introduction: There is increasing evidence that engaging in creative and meaningful occupation can impact positively on health and wellbeing. Much of the research in this area has concentrated on general occupational categories and less is known about the benefits of specific occupations. This study aimed to identify the benefits of knitting for individuals' personal and social wellbeing as a prerequisite to investigating its therapeutic use.Method: An online survey was conducted through an internet knitting site. Responses were received from 3,545 knitters worldwide. Quantitative data were analysed statistically to establish relationships and differences among variables and qualitative data for key themes.Results: Respondents came from a virtual community of knitters. The majority were female white adults and frequent knitters, who commonly reported knitting for relaxation, stress relief and creativity. The results show a significant relationship between knitting frequency and feeling calm and happy. More frequent knitters also reported higher cognitive functioning. Knitting in a group impacted significantly on perceived happiness, improved social contact and communication with others.Conclusion: Knitting has significant psychological and social benefits, which can contribute to wellbeing and quality of life. As a skilled and creative occupation, it has therapeutic potential -an area requiring further research.

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The Benefits of Knitting for Personal and Social Wellbeing in Adulthood: Findings from an International Survey

Riley

Corkhill²,

Morris

2013

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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“…Knitting is both process and product oriented (Blanche 2007). As a process, knitting encompasses repetitive tasks that require physical and cognitive skills (Hosegood 2009).…”

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Knitting and Well-being

Corkhill¹,

Hemmings²,

Maddock

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“…In order to use occupations as interventions, it is necessary to understand their productive, pleasurable and restorative potentials (Pierce 2001). Blanche (2007) The role that different activities play in contributing to retired people's wellbeing is not well understood, a situation that needs to be addressed now that a long period of retirement is becoming the norm for millions of people in western societies. Research carried out over the last decade has explored some aspects of participation in various activities, such as exercise, but only a few studies have explored retirees' own perspectives.…”

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Retired People's Experience of Participation in Art Classes

Bedding¹,

Sadlo

2008

British Journal of Occupational Therapy

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The role that different activities play in contributing to retired people's wellbeing is not well understood, a situation that needs to be addressed now that a long period of retirement is becoming the norm for millions of people in western societies. Research carried out over the last decade has explored some aspects of participation in various activities, such as exercise, but only a few studies have explored retirees' own perspectives. This qualitative research used phenomenological methods to explore art class activity as experienced by six retired people living in the community. The participants' perspectives were explored using unstructured interviews. The data were analysed using a phenomenological approach, as outlined by Van Kaam (1959, and described by Streubert and Carpenter 1995), and the participants then confirmed the findings. Painting added a special dimension to the particpants' retirement: it gave satisfaction, challenge, time transformation, a sense of achievement, productivity and a boost to confidence. These results confirm and extend previous studies that link creative activities to wellbeing, including those that reveal how positive emotions contribute to health. Actual attendance at an art class was also seen as valuable, because working in a group was experienced as an inspiration and an opportunity to be encouraged by and to learn from others. The activity and the socialising seemed to be equally important aspects of attending an art class, which supports Wilcock's (2007) latest theories of the benefits of belonging. This research may contribute to the justification for participation in art or craft activity within the community, in occupational therapy practice or in settings such as residential homes, by providing further understanding of its meaning and value for retirees and its potential for promoting their health.

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The Expression of Creativity through Occupation

Cited by 20 publications

References 13 publications

The Benefits of Knitting for Personal and Social Wellbeing in Adulthood: Findings from an International Survey

The Benefits of Knitting for Personal and Social Wellbeing in Adulthood: Findings from an International Survey

Knitting and Well-being

Retired People's Experience of Participation in Art Classes

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