02:35 PM Monday 06 November 2023
Written by: Hoda Abdel Nasser:
Color therapy is a form of alternative therapy that relies on the use of colors to improve physical and mental health, and therefore it is an effective treatment that can be used safely.
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In the following report, Al-Consulto reviews the impact of colors on mental health, according to WebMD.
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Types of color therapy
There are many different color therapy methods, including:
1- Meditation with colors
This type of treatment is usually done by sitting in a quiet place and focusing the mind on a specific color, under the supervision of a psychiatrist.
2- Exposure to colored light
This type of treatment can be done through the use of lamps or colored glasses, in order to expose the body to colored light and then achieve healing.
3- Color drawing
This type of treatment is considered very suitable for children, as colors are used to create pictures or expressive drawings in order to obtain the appropriate treatment for the condition.
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Benefits of color therapy
The results of some studies have proven that color therapy can provide the body with many health benefits, including:
– Treating depression.
– Improve mood.
– Relieve pain and inflammation.
– Reducing skin problems.
– Alleviating digestive disorders.
– Treating anxiety.
– Getting rid of sleep problems.
The effect of colors on mental health
There are many colors that contribute to improving mental health, including:
1- Red
The color red is usually associated with strength, energy, and passion, and thus the color red evokes feelings of passion and motivation, and can also lead to an increased heart rate and high blood pressure.
2- Blue
The color blue is known for peace, calm and comfort. Blue helps reduce stress and anxiety and promotes a feeling of peace and calm.
3- Yellow
Yellow is characterized as the color of joy, happiness and optimism. It helps improve mood, increase energy, and increases feelings of happiness and optimism.
4- White
White is associated with purity and simplicity, as white helps enhance a feeling of calm and comfort, and is often used in hospitals.
2023-11-06 12:39:59
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