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Table 1 Breakdown of art-based activities

From: Promoting the mental health and well-being of vulnerable youth through art: an ethnographic evaluation of an art-based intervention for rural Canadian youth

Intervention week

Art medium

Theme

Activity

1

Drawing

Emotions

“On a pie chart, illustrate and colour the following emotions.”

2

Collaging

Identity

“Using magazine clippings, create a self portrait.”

3

Dance

Coping

“Choose three movements that represent overcoming a challenge. Share those movements with a peer.”

4

Sculpture

Safe space

“Using Lego, build a space where you feel safe and calm.”

5

Writing and drawing

Relationships

“Write a poem or letter about a loved one in your life, your pet, or your favourite food. If time allows, illustrate your letter.”

6

Meditation and drawing

Hope and optimism

“Relax, and get comfortable in your spot. Listen to the following meditation. Afterwards, illustrate the scene you visualized.”

7

Drawing

Summary of project

“While taking turns completing the individual interviews, please illustrate an image that represents the time we spent together and the activities we completed.”