Abstract
This study investigates the impact of art activities on the mood of earthquake survivors and evaluates their effectiveness in psychological recovery. Thirty survivors participated in six art workshops over three months. Their mood states were assessed using a simplified mood measurement questionnaire, based on a further shortened subscale of the Profile of Mood States (POMS) by Yazaki et al., before and after the workshops. Results showed significant reductions in scores for tension-anxiety, anger-hostility, fatigue, and confusion, indicating that art activities alleviate psychological stress and contribute to emotional stability. Participant satisfaction was high, emphasizing the benefits of creative expression and group interaction. These findings are consistent with prior research demonstrating the positive impact of art activities in disaster recovery contexts and suggest that integrating art activities into disaster response strategies can enhance mental health support. This study provides preliminary evidence for the efficacy of art activities in the psychological care of disaster survivors and highlights the need for further research to validate these findings and develop comprehensive support programs.
https://ror.org/007avbc90 
