Discover the Healing Power of Poetry

Coping with Isolation

Reading, creating, and sharing poetry can help cope with loneliness and isolation.

Lessening Anxiety

Poetry lessens symptoms of anxiety and despair.

Study Findings

A study by the University of Plymouth and Nottingham Trent University found poetrys positive impact on wellbeing.

Loneliness and Poetry

51% of respondents said poetry helped with loneliness, while 50% used it to deal with anxiety and sadness.

Reducing Anxiety

34% felt less anxious using poetry, and 24% were better at handling their problems.

Coping with Bereavement

17% used poetry to cope with bereavement, and 16% with ongoing mental health symptoms.

Poetry's Impact

Poetry played a substantial role in supporting health and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bringing People Together

Poetry helped bring people together, providing an outlet for making sense of experiences.