ArticleFrontiers in psychology2025
Museotherapy as a method: an investigation into the emotional experiences of Chinese youth visitors.
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Rising mental health challenges among Chinese youth necessitate new intervention models. This study explores the mechanisms of museotherapy workshops in regulating emotions and fostering self-discovery among university students, aiming to validate museums as therapeutic environments. Structured workshops were conducted at the Shanghai University Museum involving 81 students aged 17-22. By integrating Appraisal Theory and narrative therapy, the study employed a mixed-methods approach-utilizing text sentiment analysis (SPSSAU) and facial expression coding (FAST)-to evaluate participant responses to specific "healing objects." Text analysis revealed a predominantly positive emotional shift (83.33% positive), identifying museum objects as the primary emotional triggers (accounting for 69.5% of perception statements). Furthermore, video analysis identified a characteristic "W-shaped" emotion curve, mapping the participant journey from initial engagement to deep reflection and distinct positive resolution. These findings validate museotherapy as an effective method for anxiety alleviation, operating through mechanisms of sensory stimulation, psychological resonance, and dialogue. Consequently, this research offers a robust framework for evaluating the emotional impact of museum interventions.
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