The Integration of artistic modalities for advancing Health care and Ageing
The Integration of artistic modalities for advancing Health care and Ageing Esra Hassan In an era where STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields often take centre stage in discussions about innovation and progress, the significance of the arts in healthcare and ageing can sometimes be overshadowed. Governments worldwide champion STEM education as a catalyst for technological innovation and economic growth. However, this emphasis sometimes inadvertently marginalises the arts, perpetuating a discourse that pits one against the other. The increased focus on STEM subjects has sometimes resulted in budget constraints for arts education. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), data reveals a disproportion in funding allocation, with STEM fields dominating healthcare research funding by a significant margin. Despite the role of arts in holistic healthcare, governmental funding for interdisciplinary arts-medicine projects remains scarce. This ...