Scientific justification of the method «Neurographics»: The phenomenon of «Smart Hands»

Background. The relevance of the fundamental justification of psychological methods is due to the stressful states of society. The "Neurographics" method, based on graphic drawing, interacts with conscious and unconscious structures of the psyche, developing fine motor skills and stimulating the neuronal system, helps to relieve tension and transform destructive situations. The effectiveness of the method is confirmed by research in the field of psychophysiology and neuroscience, as well as the work of scientists who distinguish the role of mirror neurons and dopaminergic systems of the brain in the creative process.

Purpose. A study of scientific papers on neurobiological processes in the brain during stress and when using psychotechnics related to drawing, including the "Neurographics" method as a way to restore neural connections

Materials and methods. Studies by Russian and foreign scientists confirm that the creative process activates the sensory and emotional regions of the brain, integrating cognitive and physical processes through drawing. Neurography, by interacting between the left and right hemispheres of the brain, promotes structuring and clarity of thought. In the process of creating a neuro-picture, emotional tension decreases, the parasympathetic nervous system is activated. 

Results. The scientific studies of penetration into the psychophysiology of creativity described in this article have shown that activities of any creativity have a positive effect on stabilizing the emotional state, reducing anxiety during stress, increasing self-esteem, developing communication and cognitive skills. The Neurographics method is a complex thinking process. Diving into the depths of the subconscious, practitioners unconsciously activate the left hemisphere, which creates graphic lines, then consciously turn to the right hemisphere, which makes up the overall picture. This helps to adjust the attitude to life, smoothing out sharp corners - after all, in nature itself there are no sharp corners, they should not be in life either. Releasing positive energy, a person gains new strength and begins to create.