Multidisciplinary Approaches to Health and Arts Research

Nyiramukama Diana Kashaka

Faculty of Education, Kampala International University, Uganda

ABSTRACT

This paper examines the intersection of health and the arts, highlighting the historical and contemporary significance of multidisciplinary collaboration in promoting well-being. Through a review of frameworks, methodologies, and case studies, the paper demonstrates how combining artistic and health disciplines can enhance patient outcomes, community engagement, and cultural relevance in healthcare. Challenges such as funding limitations, siloed disciplines, and the need for shared evaluation metrics are addressed, as well as future directions for policy development and interdisciplinary training. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of community-driven research that incorporates diverse voices from the outset, fostering collaborative environments that maximize social impact and inclusivity.

Keywords: Multidisciplinary research, Health and arts integration, Community well-being, Arts-based health interventions, Participatory research.

CITE AS: Nyiramukama Diana Kashaka (2024). Multidisciplinary Approaches to Health and Arts Research. IDOSR JOURNAL OF ARTS AND MANAGEMENT 9(2):6-10. https://doi.org/10.59298/IDOSRJAM/2024/9.2.61000