Knitting as Therapy

Knitting and crochet is so much more than just making something.  It can also be therapeutic by helping to reduce stress.  These articles provide some insights into the benefits of knitting and crochet.

"Research shows that knitting can relieve stress, delay memory loss and help with depression.  It can even strengthen your immune system."  (Nov 2013 Canadian Living Magazine)

"Calming, attention-extending and even social, fibre crafts are a feel-good hobby that may even help with pulling through challenging times."  (The Guardian - Purls of wisdom: the wellbeing benefits of knitting and crocheting

"Grief could have torn their world apart by the seams. How these women used knitting to weave a different story."  (CBC News - Feel Like Unravelling?)

"Young people are starting to knit and crochet for mental health".  (CBC Radio - https://www.cbc.ca/radio/holiday-special-woold-report-1.6802265)