Tech, social media bad for kids; arts, crafts good for mental health: Research

If excessive time spent on technology and social media can hinder children from forming meaningful connections, engaging in arts and crafts may be crucial in combating mental health problems affecting millions globally. These findings, from two recent studies, underscore the importance of protecting tender minds from the negative health impacts of technology while highlighting the benefits of creative activities for mental well-being.

Dr Helen Keyes of Anglia Ruskin University in the UK, the lead author of the study highlighted that crafting’s positive effects on well-being were more significant than those of employment.