The Many Mental Health Benefits of Crochet
Very often I hear people saying they use crochet as a way to deal with mental health issues, to alleviate feelings of stress and anxiety, or as a way into greater mindfulness.
So I was interested to come across this paper via the site of the American Counselling Association specifically on the topic of Crochet Therapy.
Here are the benefits they refer to:
- Knitting and Crochet Relieve Depression
- Crafting Reduces Anxiety
- Projects Build Self-Esteem
- Crafting May Reduce or Postpone Dementia
- Knit or Crochet Through Insomnia
- Relaxation Reduces Irritability and Restlessness
- Crafting as Prayer
- Yarncrafting Builds Community
- Crafting Helps with Grief Processing
- Yarncrafting Has Stress-Busting Benefits
This all resonates with me as crochet is one of the first things I turn to when I’m feeling stressed or overwhelmed myself. I find it hugely calming.
Happy crafting!
