Andrea Giráldez-Hayes

Andrea Giráldez-Hayes is a prominent psychologist based at the University of London, known for her research on the intersection of art and mental health. She advocates for the recognition of artistic practices as therapeutic interventions in the field of positive psychology, emphasizing their role in both treatment and prevention of mental health issues. Her work highlights the positive correlation between artistic engagement and psychological well-being, and she has been influential in promoting initiatives that allow healthcare professionals to prescribe artistic activities as part of holistic treatment plans.