We often view the arts as a luxury—something to enjoy only after the "real work" is done. But DAISY FANCOURT, Associate Professor at University College London and author of Art Cure, argues that creativity is a biological necessity. Drawing on the field of psychoneuroimmunology, she reveals how the arts can physically alter our stress hormones, immune system, and even our genetics.
In this episode, DAISY FANCOURT shares the science behind "social prescribing" and her work with the World Health Organization. From the evolutionary origins of singing to the impact of art on premature infants and stroke victims, she dismantles the false dichotomy between science and creativity, proving that the arts are vital for a healthy, resilient life.
