Development of a postcard exchange art therapy program:

A postcard exchange art therapy program was developed to improve the emotional wellbeing and hospitalization experience for pediatric patients. The literature was reviewed to explore the central themes of the pediatric patient hospitalization experience; art therapy within the medical setting; positive psychology and positive art therapy; and mail art, art exchange, and connectivity. The research suggests a growing need to continue to find effective ways to provide additional emotional support to children in these difficult circumstances. By developing program resources that combine these aspects, art therapists may offer additional support to enhance holistic wellness and the hospitalization experience for pediatric patients.