Dance Therapy

Music therapy is an alternative and supplemental form of treatment used to treat a variety of diseases in the field of internal medicine, including psychosomatic and lifestyle-related diseases, specifically digestive ulcer, NUD (non-ulcer dyspepsia), chronic pancreatitis, hypertension, bronchial asthma, diabetes mellitus, simple obesity, Basedow's disease, terminal cancer, and senile dementia. It has been used in treating patients undergoing chronic dialysis, blood donation activities, in rehabilitation activities for cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), endoscopic examinations, in intensive care units (ICU), and to stabilize blood pressure, promote sleep, and reduce pain. Music therapy has also been applied in diet therapy using background music (BGM) that is played during meals and karaoke is also a form of music therapy that can be effectively utilized in social situations. It is also utilized in physical and exercise therapy, in rehabilitating patients recovering from CVA and in treating the aged, and in promoting the interpersonal relationship between the patient and the therapist. Music therapy is also effective in promoting the health of professional athletes; and the Awa folk dance in Japan is also used as dance therapy. Rhythmical background music has also been effectively applied using the Walkman.

This book's (hardcover, 364 pages) central theme is how to guarantee the quality of coaching as a professional human service. It demonstrates how supervision is a powerful tool for ensuring and enhancing the professionalism, ethics, and vitality of coaches and their practices. International developments, insights and experiences, connected with practical examples, are outlined. The importance of supervision for both beginning and experienced coaches is explained. It demonstrates how supervision is not only vital for avoiding pitfalls and blind spots, but also contributes to sustainable development, creativity, and resilience within the profession. With concrete models, methodologies, and practical examples, this book offers concrete guidance to coaches, supervisors, trainers, and professional organizations. Each chapter concludes with reader activities that invite reflection and direct application in one's own professional practice. It is the standard work for anyone who takes the quality of coaching and supervision seriously—a guarantee of quality that benefits coaches, their coachees, supervisors, and organizations that implement coaching. With a richness of references, it is also indispensable for researchers in this field.

Dance Therapy seeks to develop people's (including the visually impaired) potential for them to achieve a better integration both with themselves and with others, and thus having great chances of a better Quality of Life (QOL). GENERAL OBJECTIVE: To investigate the contribution of Therapy Dance in the QOL of visually impaired individuals. METHOD: This is a study of quantitative and qualitative design, carried out in a social rehabilitation institution for visually impaired individuals in the interior of the state of SP, Brazil. Seventeen visually impaired individuals participated in the study, 10 of them with blindness and 07 of them with partial sight, among which, 07 had already practiced Dance Therapy before the study was carried out and 10 who had never had any contact with Dance Therapy. The Dance Therapy classes had an average length of 1h10min and were held once a week for 15 weeks. For data collection, the following instruments were used: World Health Organization Quality of Life Assessment-Bref (WHOQOL-bref) to measure QOL scores, applied before the beginning of the study and after the end of the 15 classes. Socio-demographic questionnaire and semi-structured interview about QOL, both applied at the end of the 15 classes. After each of the 15 Dance Therapy classes, testimonies were also collected about what was experienced. For data analysis, statistical tests were performed with the IBM SPSS® Statistics software. To compare the quality of life (WHOQOL-bref) perceived by the visually impaired before and after Dance Therapy classes, the Wilcoxon test for related samples was used. When comparing QOL between the blind and partial sight groups, whether or not they participated in Dance Therapy before participating in the study, the Mann-Whitney test was used in each phase (before and after). The analysis of the content of the interviews and testimonies was done through a descriptive qualitative analysis. RESULTS: The results showed that there was a positive contribution to the general QOL (p = 0.021), in the physical (p = 0.035) and environment (p = 0.015) domains after Dance Therapy classes. Blind people showed better results in QOL than those with partial sight before Dance Therapy in the physical (p = 0.033) and psychological (p = 0.007) domains and, after Dance Therapy, no significant difference was observed between the groups. Comparing QOL before and after Dance Therapy classes, there was a significant difference in the group of blind people regarding the general assessment of QOL in the question: "How would you assess your quality of life?" (p = 0.038), and in the partial sight group in relation to the facets evaluated in the physical domain (p = 0.28) and in the question: "How satisfied are you with your health?" (p = 0.023). There were also improvements in motor expression, self-regulation of organic functions, elevation of positive thoughts, expression of feelings, especially affective, self-esteem and increased social integration, which characterize positive contributions to the QOL of the visually impaired, provided by Dance Therapy classes. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: The findings of the study permit us to infer, conclusively, that Dance Therapy contributed in a positive way in the QOL of visually impaired individuals.

Background: Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that worsens over time. Parkinson's disease primarily affects dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra of the midbrain. Parkinson's disease is commonly associated with walking difficulties such as postural instability and a shuffling gait. Physiotherapy interventions such as Tai Chi, strength training, body weight support treadmill training, visual cueing, and dual task training are few of the techniques that are frequently used for gait training and to enhance balance. Most often employed strategies for improving walking ability are dual tasking and visual cueing. Many studies showed the advantages of visual cueing and dual-task training for enhancing gait in Parkinson's disease, but there are no research studies done to directly evaluate the efficacy of these two therapeutic modalities alongside standard physiotherapy in individuals with early-stage Parkinson's disease.This study compares the impact of dual-task workouts and visual cueing on enhancing walking abilities in individuals with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Methods: A quasi experimental study design, out of 64 subjects, sixty subjects who satisfied the inclusion criteria were split into two groups: thirty in Group A (visual cueing) and thirty in Group B (dual tasking) with mean age of 50-65 years. Interventions were administered in both groups, five days in a week for six weeks. Outcome measures were analyzedusing ink footprint analysis, gait parameters such as step length, stride length, velocity, and cadence were observed. Result: The results were analyzed using paired T-test to measure pre and post test results within group. When comparing between groups, the analysis of variance (ANOVA) showed a substantial improvement in group B (dual tasking) when compared toGroup A (visual cueing) p<0.01. Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that walking ability significantly improved after 6 weeks of dual task training and visual cueing exercises along with traditional physiotherapy. However, when compared between groups, it was found that dual tasking exercises is more effective in improving walking ability than visual cueing exercises.

Background: Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that primarily affects people between the ages of 50 and 60. In individuals over 65, the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson's disease is 1%.The disease's motor characteristics include bradykinesia, stiffness, truncal hypertonia, and poor motor coordination, which impairs balance. Evidence-based research has demonstrated the effectiveness of Pilates and Otago exercises in enhancing balance. However, there aren't many studies that compare these two regimens, and additional research is needed to determine how beneficial they are. AIM & OBJECTIVE: To compare the effectiveness of Otago exercises versus Pilates exercises on balance among stage 3 Parkinson's subjects. METHODOLOGY: A total of the 65 participants who were recruited, 60 participants who met the inclusion criteria were split into two groups: 30 people in Group A (Otago) and 30 people in Group B (Pilates exercise). The subjects were all between the ages of 40 and 60. Interventions were administered five days a week for eight weeks. Outcome measures were evaluated using The Berg Balance Scale to assess balance in both before and after the intervention. Result: A paired student t test revealed that there was a statistically significant difference within the group. Otago (group A) had pre-test and post-test mean scores of 46.63 and 50.9, while Pilates (group B) had pre-test and post-test mean scores of 47.07 and 50.43, respectively. An independent student t test was employed to ascertain whether the post-test mean value differed across the groups in a way that was statistically significant. Conclusion: This study found that 8 weeks of Pilates and Otago exercises significantly improved balance. But when the groups were compared, it was discovered that Otago exercise was more successful in enhancing balance in stage 3 Parkinson's disease patients.

Abstract – The ADAM Model

The ADAM Model presents a holistic view of the human being on eight levels. It is not bound to any ideology or religion but is developed from inner experience, structural clarity, and symbolic integration.

Rather than a dogma, it serves as a tool – an instrument for self-reflection, awareness, and ethical-spiritual orientation in complex life situations. It is not a belief but a mirror, not a doctrine but an inner tool, not a possession but an open invitation to be applied in reflection, dialogue, interpretation, and growth.

The aim is to provide an inner navigation system for a world that no longer understands itself.

Ramin Seghatoleslam, Bremen, 02.08.2025.

Disparities exist between Latinos and non-Latino whites in cognitive function. Dance is culturally appropriate and challenges individuals physically and cognitively, yet the impact of regular dancing on cognitive function in older Latinos has not been examined. A two-group pilot trial was employed among inactive, older Latinos. Participants (N = 57) participated in the BAILAMOS(©) dance program or a health education program. Cognitive test scores were converted to z-scores and measures of global cognition and specific domains (executive function, episodic memory, working memory) were derived. Results revealed a group x time interaction for episodic memory (p&lt;0.05), such that the dance group showed greater improvement in episodic memory than the health education group. A main effect for time for global cognition (p&lt;0.05) was also demonstrated, with participants in both groups improving. Structured Latin dance programs can positively influence episodic memory; and participation ...

In life, quitting is often misunderstood as an act of weakness or failure. However, when seen through a philosophical lens, quitting is sometimes not just necessary but essential for growth, liberation, and authentic living. Ancient Indian wisdom, especially the Upanishads,Bhagwat Gita, Yoga Sutra and Writings of verious Scholars, teaches that renunciation, detachment, and purposeful quitting are critical to realizing the self and attaining higher states of consciousness.Likewise in a world obsessed with noise and motion, choosing silence is an act of courage, a quiet revolution. Within it, the mind breathes, the heart listens, and the soul speaks. This article explores the philosophical as well as psychological necessity of Quit and Quiet, drawing insights from both existential thought and Philosophical teachings.

Background: New protocols applied in the rehabilitation of Parkinson's disease enable different action strategies for health professionals, as well as a new range of activities for these individuals. However, no valid samba protocol with activity prescription for this population was found in the literature. Objective: To investigate the feasibility of a Brazilian samba protocol in individuals with Parkinson's disease. Methods: Twenty participants, mean age of 66.4±10.7 years, diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson 's disease, divided into: experimental group that received the intervention of Brazilian samba dance classes (10 individuals); and control group that maintained their routine activities (10 individuals). For data collection, a divided questionnaire was used: General Information; Disability stages scale; Balance and Quality of Life. Results: During class implementation, there were no falls, as all dance activities adhered to the details of the protocol steps without any changes. On average, patients completed 82.7% of activities. After 12 weeks, the experimental group had improvements in the UPDRS global score, in daily activities, and on motor examination. There was also improvement in balance scores and in the mobility domain of the quality of life in the experimental group. Conclusion: The samba protocol seems to be feasible and safe for patients with PD. Moreover, it has pleasant characteristics and offers sufficient physical benefits for combination with drug treatment. There were also benefits in social relationships and as a possible rehabilitation tool in individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Introduction/Aim Clinical worsening has been common in people with Parkinson's disease (PD) during the social distancing due to pandemic. It is unclear if telerehabilitation applied during social distancing preserves clinical aspects of people with PD who are frequent exercisers before the pandemic. Thus, we compared the effects of 10 months of supervised, home-based, real-time videoconferencing telerehabilitation (SRTT) and nonexercising control on clinical aspects in people with PD who are frequent exercisers before the pandemic. Methods Fifty-seven (SRTT group) and 29 (nonexercising control group) people with PD were retrospectively assessed (Clinical Trials Registry: RBR-54sttfk). Only the SRTT group performed a 60-min online training sessions, 2-3 days per week, for 10 months (April 2020 to January 2021) during social distancing. Quality of life (PD Questionnaire [PDQ-39]), walking (item 28 from the Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale part III [UPDRS-III]), posture (item 29 from the UPDRS-III), and freezing of gait (New-FOG questionnaire [NFOGQ]) were retrospectively assessed before (February-March 2020) and during social distancing (February-March 2021). The assessments were performed in-person and remotely before and during social distancing, respectively. Results There were no between-group differences at baseline (p > 0.05). SRTT preserves PDQ-39 and walking scores but not posture and NFOGQ scores, while nonexercising control worsens scores in all variables. In addition, SRTT is more effective than nonexercising control in preserving PDQ-39 and walking scores. Conclusion During social distancing, long-term SRTT preserves the subjective quality of life and walking, but not subjective posture and FOG in people with PD who are frequent exercisers before the pandemic.

Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, mood disturbances, and cognitive impairment. Most individuals with fibromyalgia experience poorly managed symptoms and increased healthcare service use. Multicomponent therapies, with a focus on nonpharmacological modalities, are increasingly supported in the literature. However, given the limited resources available, implementation in smaller communities remains a challenge. This research tested a community-based multidisciplinary group intervention for individuals diagnosed with FM living in a small urban centre. The primary outcome was perceptions of quality of care and secondary outcomes included disease-related functioning, anxious and depressive symptoms, pain beliefs, and health service utilization. A pilot randomized control trial was conducted in which 60 patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia were randomized into a 10-week community-based multidisciplinary group intervention program or usual care. Treatment components included twice-weekly exercise sessions and weekly education sessions (e.g., pain education, cognitive behavioral strategies for stress, nutrition, peer support). The trial (NCT03270449) was registered September 1 2017. Statistically significant post-intervention improvements were found in the primary outcome, perceived quality of care (Cohen's d = 0.61, 0.66 for follow up care and goal setting, respectively). Secondary outcomes showing statistically significant improvements were disease-related daily functioning (Cohen's d = 0.70), depressive symptoms (Cohen's d = 0.87), and pain beliefs (Cohen's d = 0.61, 0.67, 0.82 for harm, disability and control, respectively). No adverse events were reported. Community-based multidisciplinary group interventions for fibromyalgia show promise for improving satisfaction with quality of care, disease-related functioning, and depression, and fostering more adaptive pain beliefs.

The following article reprints the author's remarks on this panel, focusing on the intersections between autism spectrum disorder treatment and the activation of the social engagement system through attuned mobilization in dance/movement therapy.

The following article reprints the author's remarks on this panel, focusing on the intersections between autism spectrum disorder treatment and the activation of the social engagement system through attuned mobilization in dance/movement therapy.

The year 2016 marked the 50th anniversary of American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA). What can be learned from the lives of the women who led the association from its origins to the present? Drawing from personal recollections of the association's past presidents, this article traces the history of the ADTA, the development of the profession, and the unique personal journeys and contributions of the women who served as president. Each living president was invited to reflect on her roots as a dance/movement therapist, her preparation for the presidency, and the trajectory of her time in office. In addition, posthumous and supplemental reflections were gathered through historical documents and publications. The article concludes with reflections from the presidents on the present and future of dance/movement therapy and the ADTA.

Domestic violence affects not only the battered victim, but all members of the family. Dance/movement therapy, through its active and metaphorical process, can provide a new therapeutic approach to assist families exposed to domestic violence. This paper provides a case illustration of the use of dance/movement therapy with a family exposed to domestic violence, as the primary therapeutic intervention. It is grounded in theories of attachment, on the primary hypothesis that dance/movement therapy offers not only a way to address the physical and emotional patterns of immobilization but also, as a reparative tool, it assists victims in integrating healthy self-regulatory capacities that have been stunted by trauma experienced through the body. The case illustration highlights how dance/movement therapy provided a direct approach to addressing specific symptoms of abuse that appeared in particular individuals in this family, as well as how ''re-choreographing'' the family dynamics and relationships dysregulated by the domestic violence was pivotal in helping this family to learn new ways to self-regulate.

The purpose of the Of Note section of the Journal is to publish an annotated bibliography of recent publications and media of interest relevant to dance/ movement therapy education, practice, and research. In this issue, we want to share an announcement about the development of a DMT Outcomes Research Bibliography. Below is a message from Sherry Goodill, PhD, BC-DMT, NCC, LPC, president of the American Dance Therapy Association who shares specifics about this new initiative. We expect that the Journal will be publishing this Outcomes Research Bibliography in an upcoming issue. -Co-Editors, AJDT Many times ADTA members have requested concise and user-friendly materials on the evidence for the effectiveness of dance/movement therapy. A project to build a DMT Outcomes Research Bibliography is now underway: it addresses the goal of strategic, productive research and is part of initiatives to create tools to support new career opportunities, strengthen our advocacy in public systems, and target resources to members' needs. A working group of five DMT research-enthusiasts are working now on this project: Harris Chaiklin, Michelle Joubert, Sherry Goodill, Kerri Williams, and Kristine Winner. This team has identified 70 studies showing dance/movement therapy outcomes, and is currently organizing the information for easy, flexible access by ADTA members and ADTA committees. A bibliography of the research, suitable for use with employers and policymakers, will also be produced as part of this project.

Research has supported the notion that dance alleviates motor symptoms for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) illustrated by observed improvements in gait, balance, and quality of life. However, what remains unclear is whether engaging in weekly dance classes also positively influences nonmotor symptoms of PD, such as affect regulation (mood). To examine depressive symptoms of participants in a dance program for people with PD, and to extend previous findings on the topics for motor symptoms. Methods People with PD (n=23) and age-matched healthy controls (n=11) between the ages of 58-75 (M=67.91, SD=5.43) participated in a weekly Dance for PD ® class. Nonmotor symptoms of PD were assessed using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), administered at three time points over the 1 st year of a newly-developed dance program. The Berg Balance Scale (BBS) and the Timed Up and Go (TUG) were also administered at three time points to assess motor function. Longitudinal mixed methods analysis showed significant improvements in GDS scores, when examining effects of the dance class over the time, with a significant main effect of time (p < 0.01) and condition: pre/post dance class (p < 0.025). Significant improvements were also observed across the motor tests of BBS (p < 0.001) and TUG (p < 0.001) measurements. Our findings suggest dance can facilitate positive improvements in both motor and mood related symptoms of PD. These findings show important nonmotor effects of dance as an adjunct treatment for mood that may reduce the burden of this disease.

Brooklyn Parkinson Group (BPG) in collaboration with Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG), a renowned modern dance company, developed dance classes for persons with Parkinson's disease (PD), friends, and family. In 5 years, classes have increased from 2 to 9 participants once a month, to weekly classes of 20 to over 30 participants. Professional dancers teach the classes in a large dance studio with live piano accompaniment. This article explains the rationale of dance for PD, describes teaching methods, and includes participants' observations. Perceived benefits noted by 15 participants with PD to a validated questionnaire are discussed.

Background: Dance for Parkinson's Disease or Dance for PD® (DfPD) classes were developed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and Brooklyn Parkinson Group in 2001. This exploratory study examined long-term effects of DfPD on non-dance activities outside the studio, functional mobility, self-efficacy, and quality of life (QoL). Methods: Individuals in four well-established DfPD classes completed a survey regarding perceived impact of DfPD. Response rate was 55%; 61 completed surveys were included in analyses. Results: Responses indicated that DfPD clearly impacts daily functioning outside the studio. Results of regression analyses indicated that functional mobility and self-efficacy were associated with QoL. Mediation analyses indicated that one way in which higher levels of functional mobility influence QoL is by enhancing self-efficacy of the PD participants. Conclusions: Because of the direct effect of self-efficacy on QoL, results suggest future research focus on self-efficacy as well as functional mobility and mood in dance research related to PD. Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that significantly affects functional mobility, posture, balance, fluidity and pacing of movement. PD often negatively impacts mental status variables such as memory, cognition and affect . It is also associated with depression and apathy , all of which affect quality of life (QoL). Dance for Parkinson's Disease, or Dance for PD® (DfPD), was developed by the Brooklyn Parkinson Group and the Mark Morris Dance Group in 2001. It was designed to introduce people with PD to techniques dancers use to control movement, based on the premise that learning these strategies within the context of dance would be beneficial and enjoyable. In DfPD classes, teaching artists integrate movement from modern, ballet, tap, folk and social dancing, and choreographic repertory to engage participants' minds and bodies and create

In 2001, Dance for Parkinson&#39;s disease (DfPD(®)) classes for persons with Parkinson&#39;s disease and care partners were developed by Brooklyn Parkinson Group and Mark Morris Dance Group. A previous assessment suggested that individuals experience positive benefits from DfPD(®). The current preliminary uncontrolled study investigated the effects of a dance intervention on several motor and quality of life aspects of PD following 16 sessions (8 weeks; 20 h) taught by professional dancers/teachers. A mixed methods design was used to determine the effects of the class. Assessment instruments administered at baseline and post-intervention included the Hoehn and Yahr, UPDRS (part III), Berg Balance Scale, Beck Depression Inventory, and PDQ-39 and individual interviews after the last class. Hoehn and Yahr scores ranged from 1 to 4. UPDRS III total scores and sub scores of gait and tremor improved following the intervention (P &lt; 0.05). During interviews participants reported physica...

Brooklyn Parkinson Group (BPG) in collaboration with Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG), a renowned modern dance company, developed dance classes for persons with Parkinson's disease (PD), friends, and family. In 5 years, classes have increased from 2 to 9 participants once a month, to weekly classes of 20 to over 30 participants. Professional dancers teach the classes in a large dance studio with live piano accompaniment. This article explains the rationale of dance for PD, describes teaching methods, and includes participants' observations. Perceived benefits noted by 15 participants with PD to a validated questionnaire are discussed.

With this special expanded issue of the American Journal of Dance Therapy, we revel in the impulse to orient our movement onward by looking back from whence we came. Half a century ago a collection of forward-thinking women joined together, regardless of differences among them, to form an alliance designed to stabilize and enlarge upon opportunities for healing through the interactions inherent in dancing. On the occasion of this golden anniversary of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA), we both salute the efforts of all of those who have contributed to our developing profession to date, and aim to shed some light on the pathway ahead for the ADTA's next half century and beyond. This celebratory issue, designed to match the growing variety within dance/movement therapy (DMT) itself, is comprised of writing on the subject in various formats and from quite diverse perspectives. In the pages that follow our readership has the chance to encounter an unusual range: from original research and rich analyses capable of establishing new ways of understanding and documenting the field; to narratives of contemporary practice in a quickly changing world; to a multi-page timeline, printed at the back of the issue, which highlights some of the more consequential events in the ADTA's history to date, year by year. There are also distinct occasions for listening in on some of the prominent voices in DMT discuss its development during the ADTA's first five decades, and recommend directions for its future. The issue begins with two such arrangements of voices. First, eight secondgeneration dance/movement therapists offer personal accounts of the work of & David Alan Harris

The connection between mind and body is activated through Dance/Movement Therapy (D/MT). This connection promotes the integration of emotional, cognitive and physical dimensions of a person. This study focused on emotional well-being, understood as a dimension within the construct of quality of life. The improvement of emotional well-being was examined in adults with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) who participated in an intervention program of 26 sessions in D/MT. The intervention group comprised 22 adults with ID (n = 22; 47.27 ± 11.67 years) (12 male). The control group were 20 adults with ID (n = 20; 48.15 ± 12.46 years) (12 male). The Koppitz human figure drawing test was applied to evaluate the emotional indicators before and after the program.The results indicated statistically significant improvements in the emotional well-being in the intervention group after the D/MT program (p = 0.007) in comparison to the control group (p = 0.560). D/MT can be an appropriate approach when working with adults with ID to provide them with support, and to increase quality of life specifically emotional well-being.

In the heart of Zug lies a training center that treats dance not as a performance, but as a practice-an art form that speaks as much to the inner self as it does to the audience. Eurythmie Zug Training Center has redefined what it means to attend a dance school in Zug, offering a movement-based education that is personal, profound, and rooted in purpose.

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of long-term physical load on the changes in the fibrinogen concentration and platelet aggregation. Material and methods: Platelet aggregation was investigated in 144 patients while fibrinogen concentration in 138 patients with CHF. The patients were divided into the groups of the trained patients and the controls and were investigated as follows: on admission to the hospital (stage 1); after treatment in the hospital (stage 2); after 3 months (stage 3); after 6 months (stage 4); and after 1 year (stage 5). The indices were investigated before and after physical load. Results: It was determined that fibrinogen concentration significantly increased after physical load in all the treatment stages in both groups of the patients (P = 0.045). In the course of the treatment, fibrinogen concentration gradually decreased in the group of the trained patients (P = 0.02). Platelet aggregation investigated with ADP significantly increased after physical load in all the stages in both groups of the patients and decreased during the different investigation stages in the groups of the untrained (P = 0.02) and trained patients. Platelet aggregation investigated with ADR consistently decreased before physical load during the different investigation stages in the groups of the trained (difference is not significant) and untrained patients (P = 0.02). Conclusions: Physical training reduces fibrinogen concentration in patients with CHF. It remains unclear whether physical training can have an effect on the decrease in platelet aggregation in patients who have long-term physical training applied.

With the increasingly fierce competition in modern society and the accelerated pace of life, the detection rate of psychological problems such as depression and anxiety among adolescents is high, and the mental health of adolescents is becoming more and more prominent, which has become the focus of attention of all walks of life. The purpose of this paper is to compare the effects of group art activities and individual art activities on adolescents' mental health, especially focusing on the application of expressive art therapy and its enhancement of adolescents' mental resilience, and to explore the effects of art activities on adolescents' mental health by using the literature analysis method. The study found that both group and individual art activities have positive effects on adolescents' mental health. Group activities enhanced social skills, teamwork, and emotional resonance and increased psychological resilience, while individual activities deepened self-knowledge and emotional expression and gained a sense of fulfillment through creativity, which also enhanced psychological resilience. The mechanisms are different: group activities focus on group dynamics and social learning and promote emotional connections and support networks, while individual activities rely on intrinsic motivation and self-reflection to achieve self-healing and growth.

With the increasingly fierce competition in modern society and the accelerated pace of life, the detection rate of psychological problems such as depression and anxiety among adolescents is high, and the mental health of adolescents is becoming more and more prominent, which has become the focus of attention of all walks of life. The purpose of this paper is to compare the effects of group art activities and individual art activities on adolescents' mental health, especially focusing on the application of expressive art therapy and its enhancement of adolescents' mental resilience, and to explore the effects of art activities on adolescents' mental health by using the literature analysis method. The study found that both group and individual art activities have positive effects on adolescents' mental health. Group activities enhanced social skills, teamwork, and emotional resonance and increased psychological resilience, while individual activities deepened self-knowledge and emotional expression and gained a sense of fulfillment through creativity, which also enhanced psychological resilience. The mechanisms are different: group activities focus on group dynamics and social learning and promote emotional connections and support networks, while individual activities rely on intrinsic motivation and self-reflection to achieve self-healing and growth.

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease causing both sensorimotor and non-motor impairments, and there is a clear need for non-medical approaches to improve quality of life. Dance is an increasingly popular activity among people with PD, which demonstrates potential therapeutic benefits. However, findings to date have been inconsistent, and little is known about the mechanisms underlying benefits of dance in PD. In this review, we provide an overview of research into dance for people with PD. The majority of evidence is in the sensorimotor domain, but cognitive, psychological and social effects have also been reported. We consider the role of cognitive representations of action within dance through observation, imitation and imagery, which may contribute to both sensorimotor and nonmotor outcomes for people with PD. Moreover, we discuss how these processes may be enhanced through dance to provide further benefits in everyday life. Finally, we propose avenues for future research to increase understanding of action representation in dance for PD, which has the potential to inform practice and maximize benefits.

We are honored to present this collection of abstracts from the Research and Thesis Poster Session of the 57th American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) Conference in Montreal, Canada held from October 27-30, 2022. This paper features eleven abstracts that showcase the latest research in dance therapy from various perspectives and approaches. These abstracts were selected and curated by Research and Practice committee members, Karolina Bryl, Cecilia Fontanesi, and Chevon Stewart, who were responsible for organizing the Research and Thesis Poster Session. The Research and Thesis Poster Session is a vital component of the ADTA Conference, providing a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their work, exchange ideas, and connect with colleagues. The abstracts presented in this paper offer insights into a broad range of topics, including the use of dance therapy in clinical and community settings, the integration of technology in dance therapy, and the examination of cultural and social factors that impact the practice of dance therapy. We hope this collection of abstracts will inspire and inform future research in dance therapy, and we extend our appreciation to all the presenters for their contributions.

The Research and Practice Committee of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) presents the research and thesis poster session at each annual conference. The abstracts reported in this paper were selected by the authors for the 2021 Virtual Research and Thesis Poster Session at the 56th Annual ADTA Conference. This year, the 56th Annual ADTA conference took place online, on a virtual platform, and Research and Thesis Poster Session featured two themes: (1) DMT Towards building Resiliency; and (2) DMT Insights from Practice. The following six abstracts have been selected for their quality and contributions to dance/movement therapy literature and feature a wide range of scholarly works in current research.

The Research and Practice Committee of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) has sponsored the research poster session at each annual conference for the past 23 years. The studies represented in the following abstracts were presented at the 2018 Research and Thesis Poster Session of the 53rd Annual ADTA conference in Salt Lake City, Utah and feature a wide range of scholarly works in current dance/ movement therapy research. The following sixteen studies have been selected for their quality and contributions to dance/movement therapy literature. Dance/movement therapy research • Student abstracts • Conference proceedings • Graduate theses • New research * Jennifer Frank Tantia

The Research and Practice Committee of the American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) has sponsored the research poster session at each annual conference for the past 21 years. The studies represented in the current abstracts from the 2016 Research and Thesis Poster Session of the 51st Annual ADTA conference feature a wide range of scholarly works and thesis projects in current dance/movement therapy trends. The following 22 studies have been selected for their quality and contributions to dance/movement therapy research.

is a registered dance/movement therapist, art activist, performer, choreographer, and educator from Hong Kong. She cultivates herself as a global citizen and strives for connecting multi-cultural populations with diverse backgrounds through arts mediums in the world. She has been practicing her theoretical framework, which integrates the perspectives of Traditional Chinese Medicine and dance/movement therapy, with incarcerated men with mental illnesses and geriatrics in NYC. She is also passionate about advocating for mental health and criminal justice through arts. Dugan Coburn is a member of the Blackfeet Nation (Amskapi Pikuni) of Northern Montana, with roots also in the Klamath and Pitt River tribes of Oregon. He has a B.S. in Medical Technology from the Oregon Institute of Technology and has a Montana K-12 Teachers License. He has experience in cultural research and has had the opportunity to work with members of the Pikuni Crazy Dog Society and Blackfeet spiritual leaders to learn about traditional Native design including work with eagle feathers, leather, furs, claws, buffalo horn and rawhide. Selena Coburn, R-DMT is a descendent of the Blackfeet Nation (Amskapi Pikuni) of Northern Montana, with roots also in the Klamath and Pitt River tribes of Oregon. She has a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and specialization in Dance Movement Therapy. She is currently working with adolescents in a residential treatment center.

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of Zumba training on body composition variables among university girls. Zumba, a popular fitness program combining dance and aerobic movements, has gained prominence as an effective physical activity for improving health and fitness. This study specifically investigated changes in body weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, and lean body mass. A comparative analysis was conducted between an experimental group that participated in Zumba sessions and a control group that underwent a structured fitness training programme. The results of the study found that there was a significant difference among Pre-data and Mid-data. There was a significant difference in BMI, Fate % , Subcutaneous fat % and skeletal muscle mass among university girls. It was found that significant difference in BMI in pre data & mid data with values (t = 0.919, p > 0.05) and fat % where pre data & mid data with values (t = 1.171, p > 0.05). Further significant differences were found in subcutaneous fat % (t = .160, p > 0.05) and Skeletal Muscle Mass (t = .060, p > 0.05).

Sokrates bemerkte: „Staunen ist der Anfang der Weisheit!“ – „Wo die Vorstellungskraft lebendig ist, ist das Staunen vollkommen lebendig. Wenn die Vorstellungskraft lebendig ist, sind die Möglichkeiten wach, denn die Vorstellungskraft ist der große Freund der Möglichkeiten. Möglichkeiten sind immer interessanter als Fakten. Wir sollten Fakten nicht verachten, aber unsere Welt ist voll davon.“ John O’Donohue
Vor zweitausend Jahren bemerkte Aristoteles den Drang nach Verständnis und Wissen mit den Worten: „Alle Menschen streben nach Wissen!“ – das Verlangen nach Sinn, angetrieben von einem tiefen Gefühl der Ehrfurcht und des Staunens vor dem „All“, der Welt und dem Universum. Sokrates’ unausgesprochenes Argument ist, dass Staunen, Neugier und Vorstellungskraft eng mit Weisheit verbunden sind. Einstein bemerkte, dass Vorstellungskraft für all seine Entdeckungen von entscheidender Bedeutung war.

Dance has been a huge part of the human cultures long before civilization, however, with time, extensive use of dance beyond entertainment and ritual evolved, one of which is dance therapy. Dance therapy, a branch of creative therapy, has been a very relevant field of study for quite some time. Aboriginals have always used this medium as a way to help individuals through physical, spiritual and psychological challenges which is evident in shamanistic practices. The field of dance therapy has been expanding and around WWII, the work of psychoanalytic pioneers such as Freud and Jung made their mark on it. Afterward, Mary Starks Whitehouse, who would become a Jungian analyst, developed a process called "movement-in-depth" based on her knowledge of dance, movement and depth psychology. This form of dance therapy is also known as 'authentic movement', a process where patients dance their feelings about an internal image that provides insight into issues in their past or current life. Somatic studies promote claims that the human body and mind work together to form a composite structure. Hence, somatic studies have had significant influence on dance since the 1970s when dancers and choreographers sought newer ways to incorporate "body-mind concept" into dance training which has worked successfully in the area of therapy. Beyond its fundamental function, which is entertainment, this article explores the use of dance in therapeutic settings with emphasis on the approaches of two pioneers of dance therapy: Marian Chace and Mary Starks Whitehouse, stating how their works reside, particularly, within the confines of somatic studies. _______________________

Dance has been a huge part of the human cultures long before civilization, however, with time, extensive use of dance beyond entertainment and ritual evolved, one of which is dance therapy. Dance therapy, a branch of creative therapy, has been a very relevant field of study for quite some time. Aboriginals have always used this medium as a way to help individuals through physical, spiritual and psychological challenges which is evident in shamanistic practices. The field of dance therapy has been expanding and around WWII, the work of psychoanalytic pioneers such as Freud and Jung made their mark on it. Afterward, Mary Starks Whitehouse, who would become a Jungian analyst, developed a process called “movement-in-depth” based on her knowledge of dance, movement and depth psychology. This form of dance therapy is also known as &#39;authentic movement&#39;, a process where patients dance their feelings about an internal image that provides insight into issues in their past or current l...

This pilot trial examined the feasibility of a randomised controlled study design and explored the benefits of the set dancing intervention compared to usual care. Randomised controlled design, with participants randomised to Irish set dance classes or a usual care control group. Community based PARTICIPANTS: Individuals with idiopathic PD INTERVENTIONS: The dance group attended a 1.5 hour dancing class each week for 10 weeks and undertook a home dance programme for 20 minutes three times per week. The usual care control group continued with their usual care and daily activities. The primary outcome was feasibility; determined by recruitment rates, success of randomization and allocation procedures, attrition, adherence, safety, willingness of participants to be randomised, resource availability and cost. Secondary outcomes were motor function (UPDRS-3), quality of life (PDQ-39), functional endurance (six minute walk test) and balance (mini-BESTest). Ninety participants were randomi...

Objectives: (1) To appraise and synthesize the literature on dance interventions for individuals with Parkinson disease (PD); (2) to provide information regarding the frequency, intensity, duration, and type of dance used in these programs; and (3) to inform the development of future studies evaluating dance interventions in this population. Data Sources: Eight databases (MEDLINE, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature [CINAHL], the Allied and Complementary Medicine Database [AMED], SPORTDiscus, PubMed, PubMed Central, Sage, and ScienceDirect) were electronically searched in April 2014. The references lists from the included articles were also searched. Study Selection: Studies retrieved during the literature search were reviewed by 2 reviewers independently. Suitable articles were identified by applying inclusion criteria. Data Extraction: Data regarding participants and the frequency, intensity, duration, and type of dance form used were extracted. The effect that each dance program had on defined outcomes and the feasibility of each program were also reviewed. Thirteen articles were identified. The quality of studies varied, and methodological limitations were evident in some. The evidence evaluated suggests that two 1-hour dance classes per week over 10 to 13 weeks may have beneficial effects on endurance, motor impairment, and balance. Dance may be helpful for some people with PD. This article provides preliminary information to aid clinicians when implementing dance programs for people with PD. Higher-quality multicenter studies are needed to determine the effect of other dance genres and the optimal therapy volume and intensity.

None can sense more deeply than you artists, ingenious creators of beauty that you are, something of the pathos with which god at the dawn of creation looked upon the work of his hands. A glimmer of that feeling has shone so often in your eyes when-like artists of every age captivated by the hidden power of sounds and words, colours and shapes, you have admired the work of your inspiration, sensing in it some echo of the mystery of creation with which God, the sole creator of all things, has wished in some way to associate you.

The current body of research explores that the Visual artists get ideas from many sources. They might draw upon their personal experiences and feelings, the environment, their own writing, observation, their imagination, memories, current affairs, mass media, research, the other arts, or any combination of the above. Just as importantly, ideas for their works might merge from the elements of art and the principles of design, or their art materials and the processes used in creating the work. Many artists use references/journals to collect and incubate ideas that could inspire the development of future works. It is essential for the educators that the Learning objectives of the modular program reach the population in the right manner to enhance their ability to grasp and cultivate creative visualisation.

Waller, Diane and Dokter, Ditty and Gersie, Ailda and Karkou, Vicky and Redsull, Hazel and Sibbett, Caryl and Tyler, Helen and Wood, Chris and Woodward, Ann (2004) Subject benchmark statement: healthcare programmes, phase 2: Arts Therapy, QAA 05909/04. ...

Disparities exist between Latinos and non-Latino whites in cognitive function. Dance is culturally appropriate and challenges individuals physically and cognitively, yet the impact of regular dancing on cognitive function in older Latinos has not been examined. A two-group pilot trial was employed among inactive, older Latinos. Participants (N = 57) participated in the BAILAMOS © dance program or a health education program. Cognitive test scores were converted to z-scores and measures of global cognition and specific domains (executive function, episodic memory, working memory) were derived. Results revealed a group × time interaction for episodic memory (p<0.05), such that the dance group showed greater improvement in episodic memory than the health education group. A main effect for time for global cognition (p<0.05) was also demonstrated, with participants in both groups improving. Structured Latin dance programs can positively influence episodic memory; and participation in structured programs may improve overall cognition among older Latinos.

Ein neuer Ansatz: „Ich fand das Göttliche in meinem Herzen“ – Rumi Ich habe immer argumentiert, dass die Antwort auf Spiritualität Menschen sind – denn letztendlich sind spirituelle Menschen Menschen. Wie Rumi bemerkte: „Ich schaute in Tempel, Kirchen und Moscheen. Aber ich fand das Göttliche in meinem Herzen.“ Christus erklärte: Er [der Heilige Geist] lebt in uns (Johannes 14:17). John O'Donohue bemerkte: „Die Seele ist die Kraft der Erinnerung in uns!“ und „Schönheit ist die Erleuchtung der Seele!“ Abraham Heschel bemerkte: „Das Leben ist eine Partnerschaft zwischen Gott und Mensch.“ Heschel fährt fort: „Deshalb ist das menschliche Leben heilig!“ In den Hindu-Upanishaden lässt sich die Aussage „Aham Brahmaasmi“ (Brihadaranyaka Upanishad) mit „Ich bin Brahman“ übersetzen, was die innewohnende Göttlichkeit betont, die in jedem Individuum vorhanden ist. Ein richtiges Kartenmodell – wissenschaftliche Theorien erfordern eine richtige Kategorisierung – wie Aristoteles vor fast zweitausend Jahren feststellte. Bei meinen Recherchen bin ich auf keine richtige Kategorisierung der „Arten“ von Spiritualität gestoßen, daher habe ich eine rudimentäre Kategorisierung zusammengestellt. • Spiritualität des Mitgefühls • Musikalische Spiritualität • Spirituelle Heilung bei Trauer • Kinderspiritualität • Künstlerische Spiritualität • Poesie und Prophezeiung • Traumweben/kreative Transzendenz • Spiritueller Glaube an die Natur – die Erde als lebendige Kraft • Spiritualität und Autismus • prosoziale Spiritualitätsnormen Philippinisches Kapwa/loob – bayanihan: + Erzbischof Desmond Tutus „Ubuntu-Theologie“. Das Bantu-Wort „Ubuntu“ spiegelt das philippinische kapwa wider, das „gemeinsame Identität“ bedeutet! Der Ausdruck „umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu“ lässt sich mit „Ich bin eine Person durch andere Personen“ übersetzen.

„Moral und musikalische Kreativität in der Harry Potter-Fangemeinde“ C. Hall
Catherine Hall stellt in ihrem Artikel „Reading and [w]rocking“: Moral und musikalische Kreativität in der Harry Potter-Fangemeinde fest: „Wizard Rock, in schriftlicher Form oft als ‚Wrock‘ stilisiert, beschäftigt sich auf kreative Weise mit der Inhaltswelt von Harry Potter und erweitert sie durch musikalisch und textlich vielfältige Darbietungen. Fanstudien zu Harry Potter haben oft die Anwendung fiktiven Heldentums auf reale Probleme diskutiert, und Wizard-Rock-Musiker werden häufig als Fandom-Aktivisten bezeichnet. Es gibt jedoch nur wenige Analysen der Musik, Texte und Darbietungen von Wizard Rock im Hinblick auf die moralischen Botschaften der Serie…… Ähnlich wie ihre Helden in den Büchern durchdringen diese Musiker ihre Musik und ihr Selbstbild mit den Moralvorstellungen, historischen Tropen und Archetypen der Serie. Sie machen diese Moral greifbar, indem sie den Erlös aus Compilation-Alben oder dem Verkauf von Musikabonnements an gemeinnützige Organisationen spenden und diese Botschaften in ihre Musik einweben. Ich behaupte, dass die Anwendung fiktiven Heldentums durch die Wizard-Rock-Community in Musik, Texten und Performance andere Harry-Potter-Fans dazu ermutigt, heroische Qualitäten in der realen Welt anzunehmen.“
Zur Perspektive: Die zeitgenössische und moderne Popularität von Star Wars und Harry Potter und die zahlreichen anderen fantasievollen Fandoms liefern – als soziologischen Beweis – massive Daten und Beweise für die Existenz unbewusster spiritueller Symbolik. Rhiannon Grant bemerkt in The Sacred in Fantastic Fandom, dass die britische Regierung 2001 eine regelmäßige Volkszählung durchführte, aber eine neue Frage zur Religion einschloss. Als Antwort darauf sagten fast 0,8 Prozent der Gesamtbevölkerung, sie seien ein „Jedi“ oder Jedi-Ritter!“ (S. 38). Diese Ergebnisse wiederholten sich in Australien und Neuseeland.
Die Forschung zur Musik als soziales und spirituelles Selbst ist bemerkenswert und hilfreich bei der Hervorhebung spiritueller und religiöser Überzeugungen. Tianyan Wang erklärt: „Seit Darwin (1871) glauben immer mehr Wissenschaftler, dass menschliche Musik eine biologische Anpassung sein muss.“ Jay Schulkin und Greta B. Raglan erklären: „Musik ist ein grundlegender Teil unserer Evolution – und funktional, weil sie ‚menschlichen Kontakt‘ und unser ‚soziales Selbst‘ erleichtert!“ und bilden ein Gegenstück zur materialsitischen Maxime, dass „alle Spiritualität unwirklich ist“ = W. R. Miller, C. E. Thoresen „Eine philosophische Grundlage für diese Perspektive ist der Materialismus, der Glaube, dass es nichts zu erforschen gibt, weil Spiritualität immateriell und jenseits der Sinne ist.“

Η μέθοδος διδασκαλίας της αρχαίας όρχησης της Άννας Λάζου – αρχαία όρχηση - αποτελεί
διδακτική προσέγγιση (Brousseau 1998), και όταν εξετάζεται από τη σκοπιά μιας διαρκούς νομικής
οντολογίας, προσφέρει ένα μοναδικό και πρωτογενές πλαίσιο ανάλυσης, στο οποίο η γνώση και οι
πρακτικές διδασκαλίας μπορούν και γίνονται αντιληπτές μέσα από το πρίσμα του δικαίου και της
οντολογίας. Αυτή η νομική θεώρηση υπερβαίνει την απλή μετάδοση γνώσεων και εντάσσεται σε μια
κανονιστική και δομική λογική, όπου οι διαδικασίες διδασκαλίας και μάθησης ερμηνεύονται ως
πράξεις δημιουργίας και διατήρησης μιας σταθερής και ρυθμιζόμενης διδακτικής πραγματικότητας.
Αυτή η προοπτική είναι επίσης οντολογική, καθώς θεωρεί τις διδακτικές μεθόδους όχι ως απλά
εργαλεία, αλλά ως οντότητες με δική τους ύπαρξη, που ρυθμίζουν τη διαρκή και επαναλαμβανόμενη
αλληλεπίδραση μεταξύ του διδάσκοντος, του ορχηστή και της γνώσης.