How does dance benefit physical, social and mental health? Nicoletta P. Lekka
Evidence-based health and wellbeing dance interventions: How does dance benefit physical, social and mental health? - Webinar presentation, SHSC's Health and Wellbeing Festival, Sheffield, UK
Presenter: Jan Burkhardt. Dance and Health Specialist
Event: Dance & Health Networking Event, Newcastle upon Tyne, 16 June 2015, part of our Making Connections events series.
Between May 2015 and March 2016, we are running a series of regional events to bring together commissioners, arts and cultural providers, and others interested in increasing levels of cultural commissioning.
The Cultural Commissioning Programme works to help the arts and cultural sector engage in public sector commissioning and to enable public service commissioners to increase their awareness of the potential for arts and cultural organisations to deliver their outcomes. This three year programme, funded by Arts Council England, is being delivered through a partnership between NCVO (lead partner) , NEF and NPC .
www.ncvo.org/CCProg
Examples Of Literature Review In Dance Therapy For Individuals With Parkinson...Pubrica
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic heterogeneous neurological disability or neurodegenerative disorder known as "shaking palsy", effecting 1-3% of global population above the age of 60 years. This disorder is characterised by degeneration of neurons due to which slowing of movements occur. When you order our services, we promise you the following – Plagiarism free, always on Time, outstanding customer support, written to Standard, Unlimited Revisions support and High-quality Subject Matter Experts.
To Learn More : http://bit.ly/2xHCItf
Why pubrica?
When you order our services, we promise you the following – Plagiarism free, always on Time, outstanding customer support, written to Standard, Unlimited Revisions support and High-quality Subject Matter Experts.
Contact us :
Web: https://pubrica.com/
Blog: https://pubrica.com/academy/
Email: sales@pubrica.com
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Surprisng benifits of attending dance classescassyb367
Most people sign up for dance classes because they want to either lose weight or do something else apart from their daily routines. Nevertheless, recent studies suggest that this art may be more than a form of exercise and entertainment. Attending dance classes may help people deal with Parkinson’s disease and improve overall wellbeing.
Perth College UHI students Physical Activity project with Older Adults in Car...Alison Clyde
Perth
College
UHI
students
and
staff
will
share
their
experiences
about
their
exciting
physical
activity
project
where
they
worked
with
older
adults
in
care
homes.
They
will
cover
how
they
set
up
the
12-‐week
project
with
the
NHS
and
local
leisure
provider,
Live
Active
Leisure
and
how
they
overcame
the
barriers
to
deliver
their
successful
intervention.
The
students
plan
to
share
their
thoughts
about
how
they
felt
working
with
older
adults
as
well
as
the
feedback
they
gained
from
all
involved.
Physical activity in people with disabilities and elderly peopleKarel Van Isacker
This document discusses physical activity for disabled and elderly people. It defines physical activity and exercise, and explains the health benefits of physical activity, including reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and hip fractures. It recommends that physical activity programs for the elderly and disabled include aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility training, along with guidelines for frequency, duration and intensity. Barriers to physical activity for these groups are addressed, as well as ways to motivate participation through social support, alternative activities, and tracking progress. Environmental and medical factors to consider with exercise programs are also outlined.
Dance as a health promotion tool for mental health in the post-COVID-19 eraNicoletta P. Lekka
Presentation at the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS) 31st Annual Conference - Denver Live, Dance For Health Special Interest Group Day, 24 October 2021
Jf&Cs Parkinsons Family Support ProgramMike Travis
The document summarizes the benefits of dance for people with Parkinson's disease. It discusses how dance can help address common Parkinson's symptoms like rigidity and balance issues. It also outlines the structure of a typical dance class, which includes warmups, choreographed routines, partner work, and cool down stretches. The class aims to improve patients' physical and mental well-being through fun, supportive social activities.
How does dance benefit physical, social and mental health? Nicoletta P. Lekka
Evidence-based health and wellbeing dance interventions: How does dance benefit physical, social and mental health? - Webinar presentation, SHSC's Health and Wellbeing Festival, Sheffield, UK
Presenter: Jan Burkhardt. Dance and Health Specialist
Event: Dance & Health Networking Event, Newcastle upon Tyne, 16 June 2015, part of our Making Connections events series.
Between May 2015 and March 2016, we are running a series of regional events to bring together commissioners, arts and cultural providers, and others interested in increasing levels of cultural commissioning.
The Cultural Commissioning Programme works to help the arts and cultural sector engage in public sector commissioning and to enable public service commissioners to increase their awareness of the potential for arts and cultural organisations to deliver their outcomes. This three year programme, funded by Arts Council England, is being delivered through a partnership between NCVO (lead partner) , NEF and NPC .
www.ncvo.org/CCProg
Examples Of Literature Review In Dance Therapy For Individuals With Parkinson...Pubrica
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic heterogeneous neurological disability or neurodegenerative disorder known as "shaking palsy", effecting 1-3% of global population above the age of 60 years. This disorder is characterised by degeneration of neurons due to which slowing of movements occur. When you order our services, we promise you the following – Plagiarism free, always on Time, outstanding customer support, written to Standard, Unlimited Revisions support and High-quality Subject Matter Experts.
To Learn More : http://bit.ly/2xHCItf
Why pubrica?
When you order our services, we promise you the following – Plagiarism free, always on Time, outstanding customer support, written to Standard, Unlimited Revisions support and High-quality Subject Matter Experts.
Contact us :
Web: https://pubrica.com/
Blog: https://pubrica.com/academy/
Email: sales@pubrica.com
WhatsApp : +91 9884350006
United Kingdom : +44-1143520021
Surprisng benifits of attending dance classescassyb367
Most people sign up for dance classes because they want to either lose weight or do something else apart from their daily routines. Nevertheless, recent studies suggest that this art may be more than a form of exercise and entertainment. Attending dance classes may help people deal with Parkinson’s disease and improve overall wellbeing.
Perth College UHI students Physical Activity project with Older Adults in Car...Alison Clyde
Perth
College
UHI
students
and
staff
will
share
their
experiences
about
their
exciting
physical
activity
project
where
they
worked
with
older
adults
in
care
homes.
They
will
cover
how
they
set
up
the
12-‐week
project
with
the
NHS
and
local
leisure
provider,
Live
Active
Leisure
and
how
they
overcame
the
barriers
to
deliver
their
successful
intervention.
The
students
plan
to
share
their
thoughts
about
how
they
felt
working
with
older
adults
as
well
as
the
feedback
they
gained
from
all
involved.
Physical activity in people with disabilities and elderly peopleKarel Van Isacker
This document discusses physical activity for disabled and elderly people. It defines physical activity and exercise, and explains the health benefits of physical activity, including reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and hip fractures. It recommends that physical activity programs for the elderly and disabled include aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility training, along with guidelines for frequency, duration and intensity. Barriers to physical activity for these groups are addressed, as well as ways to motivate participation through social support, alternative activities, and tracking progress. Environmental and medical factors to consider with exercise programs are also outlined.
Dance as a health promotion tool for mental health in the post-COVID-19 eraNicoletta P. Lekka
Presentation at the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS) 31st Annual Conference - Denver Live, Dance For Health Special Interest Group Day, 24 October 2021
Jf&Cs Parkinsons Family Support ProgramMike Travis
The document summarizes the benefits of dance for people with Parkinson's disease. It discusses how dance can help address common Parkinson's symptoms like rigidity and balance issues. It also outlines the structure of a typical dance class, which includes warmups, choreographed routines, partner work, and cool down stretches. The class aims to improve patients' physical and mental well-being through fun, supportive social activities.
Brittany Hill proposes utilizing dance/movement therapy to improve holistic wellness. Dance/movement therapy can relieve stress and anxiety through creative movement of the mind and body. Studies show creative engagement like dance decreases anxiety, stress, and mood disturbances. While those with Down syndrome face health challenges as they age, combining physical therapy with music and dance makes exercises more stimulating. Integrating practices like yoga, dance and music therapy can also positively impact children with autism. The research aims to spread awareness of dance/movement therapy and its potential to support students with disabilities through engaging education that stimulates cognition and physical health.
The document discusses aging well through maintaining physical activity and an engaged lifestyle. It suggests occupational therapists can help older adults through preventative interventions that promote independence and reduce healthcare costs. Evidence shows occupational therapy can improve health, function and quality of life for older clients. The workshop encourages reflection on how participants intend to age well themselves and whether their views on working with older clients have changed.
This study evaluated an exercise program for older adults in a rural North Carolina community. Seventeen women aged 55-89 participated in an 18-session, twice weekly gentle exercise program focused on walking and chair exercises. The program aimed to increase knowledge of an active lifestyle, physical functioning, and satisfaction. Results showed participants increased their distance walked, heart rate increased into the target range, and they reported enjoying the social benefits and motivation to be more active despite no significant change in pain levels. The program was effective in improving physical functioning and knowledge of an active lifestyle for rural older adults.
The Alchemy Project is a co-production action research project between Dance United Yorkshire, Cultural Utilities and Enterprises, and several early intervention psychosis services within the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. The project uses contemporary dance training and performance over four weeks to help young adults accessing early psychosis services. It aims to improve patients' positive affect, functioning, and relationships by addressing isolation, low confidence, and lack of motivation. Evaluations found the dance intervention significantly improved mental well-being and quality of life scores. It is an effective treatment that challenges expectations through non-clinical focus, increases wellness through physical activity, and reduces isolation through social connection.
Top 8 health benefits of dance classes for primary school kidsextraordinarykids
Fun, fitness and friendship! Discover the fun of performing arts with Extraordinary kids. Check out a new world of performing arts while developing social skills and making new friends. Singing dance and drama classes in Werribee for primary school kids.
1) The webinar discusses promoting mental health in dance classrooms, covering topics like common mental health issues in youth, communication, and how dance teachers can help.
2) Issues like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and perfectionism are common in young dancers and can be influenced by family, peers, and social media.
3) Dance teachers are encouraged to model good mental health, use supportive language, and know how to refer students who need additional support or treatment. Addressing overall school culture and a student's mental health as important can help create an environment where dancers feel comfortable seeking help.
The document is a report submitted by Christine Jean G. Derramas for her Community Immersion requirement at Fernandez College of Arts and Technology. It details her experience conducting a dance/aerobic session for her team. The report includes an introduction explaining why she chose this activity, photos from the session, and related readings on community immersion and dance/aerobic sessions.
Sexual development throughout life nursingDevUwUKun
Recreational and diversion therapies utilize leisure activities and engaging experiences to promote physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. They are designed to enhance quality of life, foster social connections, reduce stress, and improve health outcomes. Some common types include art, music, dance/movement, drama, pet, horticultural, and recreation therapies. Each provides benefits such as stress reduction, emotional healing, improved communication skills, and increased self-awareness and confidence.
This document discusses different eras of dance, including primitive cultures, ancient Egypt, and Greek dance. It provides examples of indigenous Philippine dances from various ethnic groups like the Igorot, Moro, and Lumad peoples. Descriptions of ancient Egyptian dance are based on identifying dance scenes from monuments and texts. Greek dance distinguished between Apollonian and Dionysian styles. The second part discusses how dancing relieves stress through releasing endorphins, providing a creative outlet, and improving physical health via benefits like heart/lung function, strength, flexibility, and weight management. Activities have readers follow dance routines and discuss how it makes them feel.
Dance can take many forms including recreation, entertainment, education, therapy, and religion. It is considered both an art form of body movement and a recreational activity that can develop physical, mental, social, and emotional health by teaching importance of movement and coordination. Dancing is a great activity for most ages as long as a person is in proper health to handle the rigors, which can be assessed through a physical activity readiness questionnaire to link physical activity and fitness. The lesson discusses dances from the past and present as well as health-related fitness and principles.
This document provides a rationale for teaching Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) in primary schools. It discusses how PDHPE aims to develop students' health knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to lead healthy lives. It also discusses the benefits of teaching movement education, which involves developing students' fundamental movement skills. Movement education is shown to support students' physical, cognitive, social and academic development. The document advocates for parental and teacher guidance to help students reach their full potential in PDHPE.
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Abstract
This informative report focuses on filling information gaps regarding adherence to physical activity and exercise in the health care spectrum of older adults and an overview of the benefits of physical activity for OAs. Healthy People 2000, 2010, and 2020 are public health programs from the US Department of Health and Human Services that set national goals and objectives for promoting health and preventing disease. The programs include ten leading health indicators that reflect major health problems, which concern OAs. Exercise and physical activity are among the most important factors affecting health and longevity, but exercise adherence is a significant hindrance in achieving health goals in the elderly. Exercise adherence in OAs is a multifactorial problem encompassing many bio-psychosocial factors. Factors affecting adherence in the elderly include socioeconomic status, education level, living arrangements, health status, pacemakers, physical fitness, and depression. Improving adherence could have a significant impact on longevity, quality of life, and health care costs.
Keywords: Geriatric Medicine, Health Care, Health Professionals, Exercise Adherence
Introduction
Geriatric health care delivery is a major public health issue. Geriatrics refers to diagnosing and treating older adults (OA) with complex medical conditions and social problems. A recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO) stated, “OA are generally defined according to a range of characteristics including chronological age, change in social role and changes in functional capabilities. In high-resourced countries older age is generally defined in relation to retirement from paid employment and receipt of a pension, at 60 or 65 years. With increasing longevity some countries define a separate group of oldest people, those over 85 years. In low-resourced countries with shorter life-spans, older people may be defined as those over 50 years” (World Health Organization, 2010a). OA are the largest and fastest growing segment of the population, which present significant challenges to the health care system. Understanding the factors contributing to the health practices of OA is important for professionals, paraprofessionals, and paid and unpaid caregivers who need basic and continuing geriatric education to improve care. Adherence to physical activity and exercise programs is a critical but poorly understood area for promoting health and longevity.
The terms physical activity and exercise are often used interchangeably, but they are different. Physical activity involves movement produced by skeletal muscles that require energy from metabolism. It is grouped as occupational, sports, conditioning, household, or other activities. Exercise is a subset of physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive. It promotes health, fitness, and skill and the results of the program can be measured with specific tests (Caspersen, Powell, & Christenson, 1985; F.
Kirkwood, Sandra. (2011). Community recovery: musical inspirations, creative collaborations, and health reform. Presented on 15 July, 2011: Primary Health Care Research Conference: Program & Abstracts. Primary Health Care Research and Information Service, Australia. www.phcris.org.au/conference/browse.php?id=7048
Dance in the K-12 PE Curriculum: Contents, Processes, and OutcomesKirth Teodosio
The document discusses the benefits of incorporating dance into the curriculum. It outlines 6 key benefits: 1) dance is an art form that intensifies the human experience, 2) it reinforces formal learning, 3) it provides an alternative teaching method for students who may not respond well to formal teaching, 4) it promotes self- and social awareness, 5) it promotes cultural understanding, and 6) it has physiological benefits and may help students with disabilities. Overall, dance education provides aesthetic, intellectual, social/cultural, and physiological benefits to students.
This document discusses the benefits of exercise and adapted sports for children with disabilities. It outlines how exercise can improve aerobic endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance in children. It also reduces health risks like insulin resistance and improves cardiopulmonary health. Participating in adapted sports allows children with disabilities to improve functioning and independence while reducing the effects of their conditions. The document discusses various adapted sports and activities as well as professionals who help children participate in recreation.
The document discusses the importance of physical education based on current public health concerns of obesity, inactivity, and related diseases. It outlines a vision for physically educated persons to be physically active and fit. National standards for physical education are proposed to provide all students in K-12 schools with quality physical education programs incorporating opportunity to learn, meaningful content, and appropriate instruction. Research supports the benefits of physical activity on health and the role of physical education in developing lifelong active lifestyles.
Mt & parkinson's disease slides for mmsDaniel Tague
Music therapy is a research-based healthcare profession that uses music interventions within a therapeutic relationship to achieve outcomes in various clinical domains such as psychological, physical, and social. It is commonly used to treat Parkinson's disease by maintaining speech and motor skills through techniques like voice training and rhythmic auditory stimulation. Research shows music therapy improves variables related to singing ability, speech intelligibility, vocal intensity, mood, and gait in individuals with Parkinson's disease. It is a promising treatment approach supported by a growing evidence base.
This document describes a health and fitness program for corporate management teams attending conventions and retreats. The program aims to provide personal and professional enrichment through various activities focused on optimal health, fitness, and performance. Activities include introductory lectures on health fundamentals, daily instruction in practices like eating for health and Qi Gong, evening lessons on excellence and balance, individualized program design, and music performances. The goal is for participants to gain a methodology for health and fitness to apply in their daily lives.
PDHPE (Personal Development, Health and Physical Education) is an essential subject in primary schools for several reasons. It provides students with physical exercise and activities that support learning, development, and engagement in school. PDHPE also teaches students skills for making positive lifestyle choices. Through PDHPE, students gain knowledge on topics like healthy eating, relationships, and safety to make informed decisions. It provides opportunities to develop skills in sports, dance, and games to encourage lifelong healthy and active habits. PDHPE therefore plays a valuable role in helping students become responsible, informed, and active community members.
Mental health effects of COVID-19 - How can dance help adapt to the persisten...Nicoletta P. Lekka
“Mental health effects of COVID-19 - How can dance help adapt to the persistent effects of COVID-19?” Webinar presentation, Dance for Health Summer School – The Rosella Hightower National Centre for Dance Excellence in Cannes, France
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Body Image and Social Media - An important area for wellbeing and mental health. Presentation at the Royal College of Psychiatrists, London, UK, for Mental Health Awareness Week.
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1) The webinar discusses promoting mental health in dance classrooms, covering topics like common mental health issues in youth, communication, and how dance teachers can help.
2) Issues like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and perfectionism are common in young dancers and can be influenced by family, peers, and social media.
3) Dance teachers are encouraged to model good mental health, use supportive language, and know how to refer students who need additional support or treatment. Addressing overall school culture and a student's mental health as important can help create an environment where dancers feel comfortable seeking help.
The document is a report submitted by Christine Jean G. Derramas for her Community Immersion requirement at Fernandez College of Arts and Technology. It details her experience conducting a dance/aerobic session for her team. The report includes an introduction explaining why she chose this activity, photos from the session, and related readings on community immersion and dance/aerobic sessions.
Sexual development throughout life nursingDevUwUKun
Recreational and diversion therapies utilize leisure activities and engaging experiences to promote physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. They are designed to enhance quality of life, foster social connections, reduce stress, and improve health outcomes. Some common types include art, music, dance/movement, drama, pet, horticultural, and recreation therapies. Each provides benefits such as stress reduction, emotional healing, improved communication skills, and increased self-awareness and confidence.
This document discusses different eras of dance, including primitive cultures, ancient Egypt, and Greek dance. It provides examples of indigenous Philippine dances from various ethnic groups like the Igorot, Moro, and Lumad peoples. Descriptions of ancient Egyptian dance are based on identifying dance scenes from monuments and texts. Greek dance distinguished between Apollonian and Dionysian styles. The second part discusses how dancing relieves stress through releasing endorphins, providing a creative outlet, and improving physical health via benefits like heart/lung function, strength, flexibility, and weight management. Activities have readers follow dance routines and discuss how it makes them feel.
Dance can take many forms including recreation, entertainment, education, therapy, and religion. It is considered both an art form of body movement and a recreational activity that can develop physical, mental, social, and emotional health by teaching importance of movement and coordination. Dancing is a great activity for most ages as long as a person is in proper health to handle the rigors, which can be assessed through a physical activity readiness questionnaire to link physical activity and fitness. The lesson discusses dances from the past and present as well as health-related fitness and principles.
This document provides a rationale for teaching Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) in primary schools. It discusses how PDHPE aims to develop students' health knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to lead healthy lives. It also discusses the benefits of teaching movement education, which involves developing students' fundamental movement skills. Movement education is shown to support students' physical, cognitive, social and academic development. The document advocates for parental and teacher guidance to help students reach their full potential in PDHPE.
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This informative report focuses on filling information gaps regarding adherence to physical activity and exercise in the health care spectrum of older adults and an overview of the benefits of physical activity for OAs. Healthy People 2000, 2010, and 2020 are public health programs from the US Department of Health and Human Services that set national goals and objectives for promoting health and preventing disease. The programs include ten leading health indicators that reflect major health problems, which concern OAs. Exercise and physical activity are among the most important factors affecting health and longevity, but exercise adherence is a significant hindrance in achieving health goals in the elderly. Exercise adherence in OAs is a multifactorial problem encompassing many bio-psychosocial factors. Factors affecting adherence in the elderly include socioeconomic status, education level, living arrangements, health status, pacemakers, physical fitness, and depression. Improving adherence could have a significant impact on longevity, quality of life, and health care costs.
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Introduction
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This document discusses the benefits of exercise and adapted sports for children with disabilities. It outlines how exercise can improve aerobic endurance, strength, flexibility, and balance in children. It also reduces health risks like insulin resistance and improves cardiopulmonary health. Participating in adapted sports allows children with disabilities to improve functioning and independence while reducing the effects of their conditions. The document discusses various adapted sports and activities as well as professionals who help children participate in recreation.
The document discusses the importance of physical education based on current public health concerns of obesity, inactivity, and related diseases. It outlines a vision for physically educated persons to be physically active and fit. National standards for physical education are proposed to provide all students in K-12 schools with quality physical education programs incorporating opportunity to learn, meaningful content, and appropriate instruction. Research supports the benefits of physical activity on health and the role of physical education in developing lifelong active lifestyles.
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This document describes a health and fitness program for corporate management teams attending conventions and retreats. The program aims to provide personal and professional enrichment through various activities focused on optimal health, fitness, and performance. Activities include introductory lectures on health fundamentals, daily instruction in practices like eating for health and Qi Gong, evening lessons on excellence and balance, individualized program design, and music performances. The goal is for participants to gain a methodology for health and fitness to apply in their daily lives.
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A performance for all: How Dance for Health can nurture our health and wellbeing
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A Performance for All:
How Dance for Health Can
Nurture Our Health and
Wellbeing
Dr Nicoletta P Lekka, MD, MSc, PhD
Consultant Psychiatrist
Member of the IADMS Dance for Health Committee
e
Webinar, British Psychological Society L&HC Branch,
November 11th 2022
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Aims
• To understand how dance can be an important tool
in nurturing our psychological and physical health
and overall wellbeing
• To introduce Dance for Health: explore its positive
impact on physical and mental wellbeing, cover the
latest research, and discuss evidence-based
interventions
3. 3
Outline
• What is Health? What is Wellbeing?
• Dance ..and why it matters!
• Evidence-based benefits of dance
• Physical, Social and Mental Health
• Dance Movement Therapy
• Dance for Health
• Short videos – Enjoy!
• Acknowledgements, references, sources, photo credits
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What is Health?
• “Health is a state of complete physical,
mental, and social wellbeing and not
merely the absence of disease or
infirmity”
• “The ability to adapt and self-manage in
the face of social, physical, and
emotional challenges” c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
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What is Wellbeing?
• Satisfaction with life
• A sense of autonomy, control and self-realisation
• The absence of depression and loneliness
• Wellbeing is important for individuals, societies, and public policy
worldwide, at all stages of life and levels of health
Sheppard & Broughton, 2020
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Take a moment to reflect…
• What is your earliest memory related to dance?
• Who comes to mind when you hear the word “dancer”?
• What images come to your mind when you think of Dance
for Health?
8. 8
The supportive nature of dance
Oneness - aliceunderwoodfilms.com
https://youtu.be/hcEgMqIVHeI
movedancefeel.com
Camilla Greenwell (Photographer)
9. 9
What is Dance?
• “Artistic expression through rhythmic
movement to music”
• “Uniquely combines social, cognitive
and fitness components”
Hwang PW and Braun KL 2015, Millman, LSM et al , 2020
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
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Types of Dance
• Contemporary, freestyle, ballet,
folk/traditional (from all continents),
ballroom, Latin (e.g. tango, salsa), hip-hop,
tap, jazz...
• Zumba / step-aerobics: dance fitness
programs
Hwang PW and Braun KL 2015, Millman, LSM et al , 2020
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
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Dance and Healthy Living
• Dance activities: can improve body
composition (incl. BMI and total fat mass),
blood biomarkers (incl. cholesterol,
triglycerides and markers of oxidative stress)
and musculoskeletal function (including
balance, sit-ups and sit-to-stand time)
• Results significantly greater than those seen
with regular exercise interventions in many
studies
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
c. (Photographer) Nadim Merrikh - Unsplash
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Dance and Healthy Living
• Dance: more effective than exercise in reducing body fat
• Weekly dance therapy over several months for those
who are obese: can improve body consciousness,
mental representations linked to body image and
perceived competence to exercise regularly
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Dance and Physical Health
• Dancing involves skills such as coordination
with music and retrieval of sequences of
movements, reinforcing spatial perception
and memory as well as executive functions
(working memory, flexible thinking, and self-
control)
• Dance may be more beneficial than repetitive
physical exercises and activate brain plasticity
mechanisms at a greater extent
Noguera, C et al, 2020
c. (Photographer) Nathalie Jufer, "Senior Stars"
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Dance and Physical Health
In older adults, dance may improve
• Muscular strength and endurance, dynamic
balance, and cardiovascular fitness
• Postural stability, physical reaction time,
flexibility, and cognitive performance
• Interoceptive awareness (body awareness)
Harrison, S et al, 2020. Hwang PW and Braun KL, 2015
c. (Photographer) Nathalie Jufer, "Senior Stars"
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Dance and Physical Health
• Dance is equal to or greater than exercise in its
effectiveness to improve physical health
• Can help reduce physical health risks and
outcomes associated with sedentary and
inactive behaviour
• Health practitioners can recommend genres of
structured dance as a safe and effective choice,
particularly for those who prefer this form of
activity
Fong Yan et al, 2017
c. (Photographer) Clare Guss-West, "Senior Stars"
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Dance and Health
Dance interventions are used by patients with
• Parkinson's
• Fibromyalgia
• Cancer
• Hypertension
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Multiple sclerosis
• Dementia
• Depression
• Anxiety
• ...and much more
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019), Hernandes, J.C. et al, 2018
c. (Photographer) Nathalie Jufer, "Senior Stars"
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Stroke and other acquired brain injuries
• For motor rehabilitation after stroke, dance has been found to improve upper- and
lower-limb motor function, muscular weakness, balance, gait velocity, grip strength
and stride length.
• For individuals in wheelchairs following spinal cord injuries, dance improved the
range of motion, upper body strength and coordination, as well as decreasing weight,
resting pain and reaction time
• For young adults with physical disabilities, dance has been reported to enhance
communication, mobility, interpersonal relationships and community life
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
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Cerebral palsy
• Dance improved self-care, communication, cognitive function, psychosocial
adjustment and overall functioning, as well as balance, standing ability, gait, walking
and cardiorespiratory fitness
• Dance also improved postural control in children with cerebral palsy and helped with
emotional expression, social participation and attitudinal change
• Parents reported enjoyment and therapeutic benefits for their children from dance
• Promising preliminary studies on wheelchair dance for children with severe cerebral
palsy
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
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Surgery and invasive
procedures
For chronic pain or fibromyalgia,
following either surgery or injury,
dance programmes of 12–24 weeks
were found to reduce pain and
improve quality of life, depression and
physical function
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
c. (Photographer) Rainier Ridao - Unsplash
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Degenerative neurological disorders
Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
• Clinically meaningful improvements in motor scores, balance, gait speed and
functional mobility
• Dance studies involving people with PD have also typically shown high compliance
rates, low dropout and continued activity beyond the study period, as well as
improved quality of life and decreased isolation.
Multiple Sclerosis
• Dance has been found to improve gait velocity, stride length, balance, smoothness of
motion and number of steps per minute
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
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Degenerative neurological disorders
Dementia
• Dance may support speech, as well as speech-related cognition
• Helps to reduce social isolation and loneliness, partly through providing a sense of
security and belonging
• Can help to affirm identity, sense of self, and self-esteem
• Dance movement therapy also supported embodied nonverbal communication, even
when language deteriorated
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
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Dance and Health Prevention: Frailty
• Dance has been found to improve strength,
flexibility, motor ability, aerobic endurance, muscle
mass and body composition in older adults,
helping to prevent age-related functional decline
• Dance simultaneously trains movement, posture
and flexibility and has been linked with better
balance and lumbar bone density before puberty,
post-menopause, and in women with
osteoporosis
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
c. Unsplash
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Assisting with Management of Non-Communicable Diseases
Cancer
• Found to help with the management of mental health by reducing stress, anxiety and
depression and improving quality of life
Diabetes
• Dance improved control of blood glucose levels and blood pressure and also provided peer
support for coping with lifestyle changes following diagnosis
CVD
• Reduced heart rate and blood pressure, also improving exercise capacity
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
24. 24
Dance and End-of-Life Care
Palliative care
• Dance can help with coping with pain and
in supporting people with terminal illness
to feel connected with their bodies and
have a sense of self
Bereavement
• Singing and dancing are common funeral
activities across different cultures
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
26. 26
Scottish Ballet - Dance for Parkinson's
Scotland
https://youtu.be/8VggGDz4SVQ
27. 27
Dance and Social Health
• Dance is appealing and socially engaging
• Dancing together disrupts loneliness / isolation
and connects people
• Dance can interfere positively on improving
health, well-being, and the quality of life of people
with different sociodemographic characteristics
c. (Photographer) Mikael Theimer
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Dance and Social Health
• Important mechanisms in group settings: mutual
support, empowerment, mutual trust, cohesion,
experience to be part of something larger,
corrective emotional experiences, social roles,
interpersonal learning
• Dance contributes to a sense of shared purpose
and a feeling of achievement c. (Photographer) Jolanda Prfunder, "Senior Stars"
Koch, SC et al, 2019
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Dance and Mental Health
• Dance can improve emotional, social,
psychological, and physical well-being
• Can promote self-expression, self-
esteem, self-confidence, and self-
motivation
Koch, SC et al, 2019
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Dance and Mental Health
• Dance can have a positive impact on
quality of life, subjective well-being, and
body image
• Can improve stress management and
interpersonal skills
• Can decrease depression and anxiety c. Unsplash
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Dance - Trauma and Abuse
Dance can help people with PTSD to build a
healthy relationship with their body, including
• Helping to counteract body armouring (muscle
tensions in response to stress)
• Reducing perceived stress
• Increasing movement (which can become limited
and stiff following trauma)
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
Fancourt, D. and Finn, S. (2019)
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Dance interventions and COVID-19
• COVID-19 is affecting global mental health
• Increased levels of anxiety, depression,
insomnia, post-traumatic stress symptoms, and
general negative impact on mental health,
particularly among healthcare workers and
vulnerable groups (e.g. children/adolescents)
• Dance interventions: Possible opportunities for
improved mental health
c. (Photographer) Ahmad Odeh - Unsplash
33. 33
Gaps in research
Underrepresentation of
• Younger / middle aged participants
• Men
• Indigenous, LGBTQIAP+, and migrant populations
Sheppard & Broughton, 2020
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Dance and Mindfulness - Similarities
Mindfulness:
• Termination of rumination and automatic negative
thoughts, because of high concentration, focus on the
here-and-now, and a state of mind which allows the
participant to observe feelings and thoughts from a more
distant perspective
Dance:
• Experience of “flow”(a mental state of being fully immersed
and focused), absorption, focus on the here-and-now, high
concentration, physical presence, and joy
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
Koch, SC et al, 2019
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What is Dance Movement Therapy?
• A creative arts therapy (art therapy, drama
therapy, and music therapy are the other arts
therapies)
• Focuses on the expressive or improvisational
aspects of dance as a therapeutic tool, rather
than on specific movement patterns
c. (Photographer) Patrick Pleau - National
Centre for Dance Therapy – Grands
Ballets Canadiens de Montréal
36. 36
Dance Movement Therapy and
Mental Health
• The psychotherapeutic use of movement to
promote emotional, social, cognitive, and
physical integration of the individual, for the
purpose of improving health and well-being
• Founded on the principle that movement reflects
an individual’s patterns of thinking and feeling
c. (Photographer) Patrick Pleau - National
Centre for Dance Therapy – Grands
Ballets Canadiens de Montréal
Koch, SC et al, 2019
37. 37
Dance Movement Therapy and
Mental Health
A form of psychotherapy that
• Uses non-verbal communication
• Emphasises the human body as its primary means of
communication and expression
• May offer a way to work through issues that are difficult to
articulate because they are painful, frightening, or simply
difficult to access and address through cognitive means
c. (Photographer) Patrick Pleau - National
Centre for Dance Therapy – Grands
Ballets Canadiens de Montréal
Karkou, V et al, 2019
39. 39
Take a moment to reflect…
• What kind of music comes to mind when you think of
Dance for Health?
• Who do you see dancing to it?
• What do you feel when you see people dancing?
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Dance for Health
• Dance for Health provides holistic, evidence-based
activities for the individual to manage and adapt to
physical, mental, and social health challenges.
• In Dance for Health sessions, trained teaching
artists engage people as dancers, rather than
patients, in joyful, interactive, artistic practice.
Dance for Health, IADMS
42. 42
Facebook ‘Global Dance for Health Community’
• IADMS Global Dance for Health Community promotes dance as a life-long partner for health
and well-being.
• We spotlight and disseminate innovation in both Dance for Health research and practice,
cultivating medical, scientific, and artistic excellence in the field.
• This is a community of supporters and advocates for Dance for Health: of teaching artists,
health care professionals, dancers, lecturers, researchers and education and health care
strategy makers. Our difference is our strength.
• Together we cultivate and magnify Dance for Health advocacy and education, to advance
the implementation of this visionary field for the public at large and in targeted health care
practice.
43. 43
Dance for Health (DfH) IADMS Champions
• IADMS Dance for Health Champions are members either working in the field of
DfH, following DfH developments out of personal or professional interest, or new
to DfH and curious to find out more.
• These supporters and advocates for DfH volunteer time, passion, and expertise to
support the initiatives of the IADMS Dance for Health Committee.
• Together we cultivate and magnify internal advocacy and organise activities to
integrate IADMS health care and DfH members.
• Champions take on the role of bridges to advance and diffuse knowledge,
research, and best practice in the field of Dance for Health.
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Dance - A joyful, creative experience
• A meaningful, valued and enjoyed activity
• Great sense of pleasure, leading the individual to
find a sense of belonging
• Feelings of joy, satisfaction and social
connectedness likely to have significant role in
encouraging attendance / completion of a dance
intervention
c. (Photographer) Kazuo ota - Unsplash
45. 45
Side by Side: Reflections on Two Lifetimes of Dance
‘Even though in this time of uncertainty we are challenged about the
role of dance, we know that we will continue to communicate through
dance. I am reminded that everyone finds his or her own way in
dance, that no one way is the right or only way.’
Ann Kipling Brown
Kipling Brown, A. and Penniston Gray, A., 2021.
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Side by Side: Reflections on Two Lifetimes of Dance
‘I am excited by how people have engaged in dance and with others,
how professional dancers, schools, and companies are generously
sharing their teaching and resources and how many have found
dance to be a new place to connect with family, friends, and
strangers.’
Ann Kipling Brown
Kipling Brown, A. and Penniston Gray, A., 2021.
50. 50
Sources
What is the evidence on the role of the arts in improving
health and well-being?
A scoping review.
Health Evidence Network synthesis report, No. 67
Daisy Fancourt and Saoirse Finn
Copenhagen: WHO Regional Office for Europe; 2019
51. 51
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Respiratory Research, 7(1), p.e000696.
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Adults With Depression: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analyses. Frontiers in Psychology, 10:936. doi:
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• Koch, S.C., Riege, R.F.F., Tisborn, K., Biondo, J., Martin, L. and Beelmann, A. (2019). Effects of Dance Movement Therapy
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Photo credits
• Images by Clare Guss-West, Jolanda Prfunder and Nathalie Jufer are from Clare Guss-West's "Senior Stars" projects with
Konzert Theater Bern and University Bern Institute of Sports Science, Switzerland
53. 53
Acknowledgements
For valuable comments and suggestions, my very great appreciation to
• Clare Guss-West (CH)
• Emily Jenkins (UK/NL)
• Emma Redding (AUS)
• Sylvie Fortin (CA)
Dance for Health Committee, International Association for Dance Medicine & Science
(IADMS) www.iadms.org - an interdisciplinary team of teaching artists, dance educators,
researchers, and healthcare professionals
“Promoting dance as a life-long partner for health and wellbeing”
54. 54
Speaker
• Dr Nicoletta P. Lekka (MD, MSc, PhD) is a Consultant Psychiatrist in
Sheffield Health and Social Care Foundation Trust working in acute
inpatient services, Honorary Senior Clinical Teacher in Medical Education,
Sheffield University, and Accredited Coach.
• She is a member of the Executive Committee of the Royal College of
Psychiatrists Sport and Exercise Special Interest Group in the role of
Aesthetic Sports and Dance Liaison.
• She is also a member of the International Association for Dance Medicine
& Science (IADMS) Dance for Health committee and the IADMS mental
health advisory group.
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Thank you for listening!
Dr Nicoletta P. Lekka
T: https://twitter.com/nicoletta_lekka