scholarly journals Implementation of dance therapy in 13–14 year old students in order to reduce stress and anxiety

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 130-141
Author(s):  
Florina Emilia Grosu ◽  
Vari Hanna Imola ◽  
Mihaiu Costinel ◽  
Grosu Vlad Teodor ◽  
Moisa Turcu Antonel Adrian
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Distress ◽  
Dance Therapy ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Therapy Program ◽  
Anxiety Assessment ◽  
The Social ◽  
Dance Intervention

Problem statement: Investigating numerous articles and studies on the effects of dance on the body, we can say that this type of movement brings many benefits to our health both physically and mentally regardless of the age. Purpose of study: This paper aims to analyse the level of stress in students aged 13–14 years, as well as reducing the level of stress felt by them by applying dance therapy. Study hypothesis: Indicators of stress (such as anxiety, emotional distress, etc.) can be improved with a focused dance-intervention therapy program, created specifically for this purpose. Objectives of the study proposed by us take into account the well-being of young people, more precisely of students aged 13–14. We intend to reduce stress by applying intervention plans based on a succession of specific dance steps, an artistic program created by us especially for this purpose. Subjects, duration and place of study: The study took place between October 2016 and January 2017, in Cluj-Napoca, in the gym of the ‘George Baritiu’ National College, a number of 30 students. Tests and assessment tools used in research: To find out the emotional state of students, we apply: Relaxation technique R. Bandler, Jacobson, Endler Scale of Multidimensional Anxiety Assessment Test – Endler Scales for Multidimensional Anxiety Assessment (Anxiety Scale), Emotional Distress Profile. We use Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, for the analysis of three or more samples, the analysis of variance test was used in the case of data with normal distribution or the non-parametric Kruskal–Wallis test, in the case of values with uneven distribution or ranks. Conclusions and recommendations: The obtained results underline the importance of using psychological tests to detect the level of stress in order to decrease its intensity and to raise awareness of well-being. Following the results obtained, which are statistically significant, we conclude that students need a special intervention program created by us that will reduce the accumulated stress.   Keywords: Dance-therapy, stress, anxiety.

scholarly journals As Representações Sociais da Dança: um Mergulho no Universo dos Estudantes de Bacharelado em Educação Física

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 231-235
Author(s):  
Felipe da Silva Triani ◽  
Glhevysson dos Santos Barros
Keyword(s):  
Social Representations ◽  
Free Association ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Social Representation ◽  
The Body ◽  
Rhythmic Movements ◽  
Technical Procedure ◽  
The Social ◽  
Health And Well Being

ResumoA dança é a arte de movimentar expressivamente o corpo seguindo movimentos ritmados, em geral ao som de música. Dessa forma, o significado da dança vai além da expressão artística, podendo ser vista como um meio para adquirir conhecimentos ou como opção de lazer. No campo de atuação do bacharelado, as investigações acadêmicas ainda são tímidas, urgindo de produções científicas que possam alimentar o campo científico sobre o tema. Dessa forma, o objetivo do estudo foi identificar e analisar as representações sociais que um grupo de bacharelandos do curso em Educação Física compartilha sobre a dança. A metodologia da pesquisa envolve uma abordagem qualitativa, tendo o estudo de campo como procedimento técnico. A amostra foi constituída por 200 indivíduos, sendo 85 homens e 115 mulheres com médias de idade entre 17 a 45 anos. A coleta de dados ocorreu através de questionário com associação livre de palavras, cujo termo indutor foi ”dança”. A análise foi feita por meio dos conteúdos das respostas. O resultado principal do estudo apontou que a maioria dos estudantes emprega sentido de dança como uma atividade técnica e a associam com saúde mental e bem-estar. Palavras-chave: Representação Social. Educação Física. Dança. AbstractDance is the art of expressively moving the body following rhythmic movements, usually to the sound of music. Thus, the meaning of dance goes beyond artistic expression, and can be seen as a means to acquire knowledge or as a leisure option. In the field of performance of the bachelor's degree, academic investigations are still timid, urging scientific productions that can feed the scientific field on the theme. Thus, the objective of the study was to identify and analyze the social representations that a group of Physical Education course bachelors shares about dance. The research methodology is a qualitative approach, with the field study as a technical procedure. The sample consisted of 200 individuals, 85 men and 115 women with a mean age between 17 and 45 years. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire with free association of words, whose inducing term was, "dance". The analysis was done through the responses content. The main result of the study pointed out that most students use dance as a technical activity and associate it with mental health and well-being. Keywords: Social Representation. PE. Dance.

scholarly journals As Danças Circulares e as Possíveis Contribuições da Terapia Ocupacional para as Idosas

2006 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tânia Maria Assis Fleury ◽  
Daniela Tavares Gontijo
Keyword(s):  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Social Integration ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Third Age ◽  
The Social

Resumo: O envelhecimento ainda é visto como uma etapa de dificuldades e bastante negligenciada. A mulher, em especial, é privada de expressar seus sentimentos ou mesmo de praticar atividades que lhe proporcionem prazer. O desafio está em adotar atividades que permitam o bem-estar dessa população. Surgem as danças circulares sagradas, em que as participantes se expressam pelo movimento, utilizando somente o corpo, participando ativamente de suas transformações e da modificação social. Assim, realizou-se uma pesquisa de campo com doze mulheres, praticantes das danças circulares, no Centro Livre de Artes, localizado em Goiânia (GO), com o intuito de identificar os benefícios destas danças na vida das participantes. De posse dos dados, procurou-se correlacioná-los à Terapia Ocupacional, profissão que busca a manutenção da autonomia e independência do indivíduo bem como sua integração social, a qual pode colaborar com esta prática, e vice-versa, para oferecer melhor qualidade de vida às idosas. Palavras-chave: Terceira Idade. Mulher. Danças Circulares Sagradas. Terapia Ocupacional. Abstract: The aging is still seen as a period of great difficulties and quite neglectful. The woman, especially, it is deprived of expressing their feelings or even of practicing activities that provide him/her pleasure. The challenge is in adopting activities to allow the well-being of that population. The sacred circular dances appear, in that the participants are expressed by the movement, using only the body, participating actively of their transformations and of the social modification. Like this, did took place a field research with twelve women, apprentices of the circular dances, in the Center Free from Arts, located in Goiânia (GO), with the intention of identifying the benefits of these dances in the participants' life. From ownership of the data, it tried to correlate them to the Occupational therapy, profession that looks for the maintenance of the autonomy and the individual's independence as well as his/her social integration, which can collaborate with this practice, and the opposite, to offer better life quality to the seniors. Keywords: Third Age. Woman. Sacred Circular Dances. Occupational Therapy.

Well-being and the worshipper: a scientific perspective of selected contemplative practices in Islam

Humanomics ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 163-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed Safiullah Munsoor ◽  
Hannah Safiullah Munsoor
Keyword(s):  
Health Benefits ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Social Implications ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Contemplative Practices ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Mind

Purpose Modern life is characterized by its hectic life-style, which invariably leads to high levels of stress having negative consequences for the mind-body. Thus, people are seeking for natural ways to achieve a sense of equilibrium and peace. Neuroscience has identified beneficial findings from contemplative practices like meditation, prayers and fasting. Within the Islamic framework, these practices were found to be beneficial for both the body and the mind. However, comparatively little research has been carried out on Islamic contemplative practices. Thus, there is a dire need to carry out further research, where the focus needs to be more on the inward aspects of Islam especially the contemplative practices. Design/methodology/approach The study took an integrated approach, whereby, objective experimental data from various sources were combined with the religious narratives from the Qur’an and the Hadiths or the practice of the Prophet in Islam. This was augmented by the subjective experiences of the participants of the study and all of these woven to present a case for Islamic contemplative practices. Findings Worship, be it Yogic, Buddhist and Islamic, seems to have positive mental and physical benefits for individuals. Much has been documented within the field of Yoga and Buddhist practices, and it is only recently that Islamic practices are beginning to be studied and are yielding similar results. It has been found that Islamic ritual prayers, fasting and meditation (dhikr) have an impact on the well-being of the worshipper. The communities of practice commonly known as “tariqas” and other religio-spiritual orders can serve as a vehicle to further these practices. This opens the door for more extensive research in this direction. Research limitations/implications This study clearly indicates that Islamic practices have positive benefits; however, the number of studies are limited. Moreover, there are a whole system of practices as the contemplative tree in this paper points out, which needs more robust as well as longitudinal studies to outline more conclusive evidence to this effect. Practical implications Muslims have been looking at other traditions like Yoga and Buddhist meditation to find ways of improving their physical and mental health. This meta-study indicates that Islamic contemplative practices have positive benefits, and thus, there are a variety of practices like ritual prayers, fasting and meditation, which is found to demonstrate positive health benefits. Thus, it has direct practical reasons to pursue these practices and derive the innate benefits from them. Social implications The data from the various neuroscience studies have demonstrated the neurological and physiological impact on individuals directly relating to worship. However, the studies on the Islamic ritual prayer (salat) cited in this study points out to its social implications, where congregational prayers was found to be more beneficial than the individual prayers. Thus, this indicates the social implications that collective worship can have. Further research is needed in terms of understanding the social impact on the various collective contemplative practices. Originality/value The originality of this literature review and analysis is bringing together the various strands of neuroscience and health data to demonstrate the positive impact of worship emanating from others faiths, while building a case for Islamic contemplative practices. This is further augmented by its integrated approach of weaving hard and soft data and synthesizing it to present health benefits of worship.

scholarly journals Two Experiments on the Psychological and Physiological Effects of Touching-Effect of Touching on the HPA Axis-Related Parts of the Body on Both Healthy and Traumatized Experiment Participants

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 95 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chigusa Yachi ◽  
Taichi Hitomi ◽  
Hajime Yamaguchi
Keyword(s):  
Hpa Axis ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Significant Degree ◽  
The Body ◽  
Physiological Effects ◽  
Sinus Arrhythmia ◽  
Parasympathetic Nerve ◽  
The Social ◽  
Trauma Group

Two experiments were conducted to measure both the psychological and physiological effects of touching on the HPA axis related parts of the body. HPA stands for the hypothalamus, pituitary, and adrenal. One experiment was conducted with a group of healthy experiment participants, and another was with a group of traumatized participants who had Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). In the experiments, the back of an experiment participant was touched, where a kidney-adrenal was supposed to reside, and both the psychological and physiological effects were measured. As a result, respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA), an indicator of the parasympathetic nerve system function and, especially, an indicator of the social engagement system increased, by a statistically significant degree, as a consequence of HPA touching in both the healthy and the trauma group, in comparison with the control. The traumatized participants had a lower RSA, and this was increased by HPA touching, accompanied by a decrease of the heart rate. It is worth noting that the social engagement function was possibly enhanced by HPA touching, especially in the trauma group, whose members tend to have difficulty being pro-social. This touching method is very simple, so it can be administered not only by oneself, but also by psycho-therapists and body workers in order to enhance both psychological and physiological well-being.

scholarly journals Psoriasis: An autoimmune disorder

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 316-324
Author(s):  
Purnima Tripathi ◽  
Peeyush Bhardwaj
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Autoimmune Disorder ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Body Area ◽  
Immune Disorder ◽  
Physical Problems ◽  
Severity Of The Disease ◽  
The Impact

Psoriasis is an auto-immune disorder of the skin. It is characterized by the hyperproliferation of keratinocytes.  Severity of the disease depends on the body area affected. Both genetic as well as environmental factors are responsible for it. It affects around 2-3% of world’s population. Psoriasis not only causes physical problems, it also affects mental and social well being of the patient. It may also lead to some Comorbidities like heart problems, diabetes, psychological problems, Crohn’s disease , etc.  Keeping in view the impact it creats in the patient’s life, steps should be taken to create awareness of psoriasis. This article attempts to provide a comprehensive view on the psoriasis. It includes the various forms of psoriasis with their specific features, causes of psoriasis, diagnosis and assessment tools used, treatments available for its management including topical as well as systemic therapy and associated problems. Keywords: Plaque, Psoriasis, Pustules

The Association Between Deaf Identity and Emotional Distress Among Adolescents

2020 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 251-260
Author(s):  
Tal Lambez ◽  
Maayan Nagar ◽  
Anat Shoshani ◽  
Ora Nakash
Keyword(s):  
Emotional Distress ◽  
Hard Of Hearing ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Cultural Characteristic ◽  
Specific Context ◽  
Deaf Identity ◽  
Sociocultural Approach ◽  
Cultural Assessment ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract The sociocultural approach regards being deaf as a cultural characteristic in the identity of a deaf/hard-of-hearing (D/HH) person. The degree to which one integrates the hearing and Deaf cultures (“acculturation”) is an important factor for the well-being of deaf adolescents. We examined the relationship between acculturation patterns and emotional distress among D/HH (n = 69) compared to hearing (n = 60) adolescents in Israel. We used culturally and linguistically accessible measures. Our findings showed no significant differences in emotional distress between D/HH and their hearing counterparts. Acculturation played an important role predicting emotional distress. Identification with both the Deaf and hearing cultures was associated with reduced somatization. Exposure to discrimination and social support was also associated with emotional distress in predictable ways. Findings are interpreted within the specific context of Israeli society and highlight the importance of using adaptive linguistic and cultural assessment tools with D/HH populations.

Etat De Sante Et Reseau De Soutien Social De Soignantes Naturelles D'Une Personne Atteinte De Trouble Mental

1991 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-131
Author(s):  
Nicole Ricard
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Emotional Distress ◽  
Mentally Ill ◽  
General Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Professional Support ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Social

Studies of the health and family situation of natural caregivers of the mentally ill do not indicate the gender of the principal caregiver. Consequently, they do not provide details about the health or the social support networks of women, who, in general, are the ones who assume the caregiving role. The purpose of this study of 61 female natural caregivers living with mentally ill patients was to describe the state of health of these natural caregivers as well as their social support from both neighbours and professionals. Another purpose was to verify the existence of relationships among these variables. Four health variables are studied: emotional distress, well-being, perception of general health, and number of health problems. Support from both neighbours and professionals is examined from the point of view of the caregivers' needs and the satisfaction felt by the caregivers, and according to several functions of social support, Descriptive analyses show that at least half of the natural caregivers suffer from emotional distress, diminished well-being, and various health problems. When support from neighbours is considered, the caregivers express numerous needs; two thirds of the caregivers declare themselves satisfied except in regard to their need to socialize. Regarding professional support, caregivers express fewer needs and seem less satisfied by the support received. Regression analyses demonstrate that two of the four predictors of neighbour support contribute significantly, though modestly, to the variations in emotional distress; one of those predictors also contributes to variations in the perception of general health. No significant relation was found for professional support. Recommendations are made for future research and for preventive interventions with women who are natural caregivers.

Initial Validation of the Social Emotional Distress Survey–Secondary to Support Complete Mental Health Screening

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (4) ◽  
pp. 241-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erin Dowdy ◽  
Michael J. Furlong ◽  
Karen Nylund-Gibson ◽  
Stephanie Moore ◽  
Kathryn Moffa
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Emotional Distress ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Screening ◽  
Mental Health Screening ◽  
Social Emotional ◽  
Initial Validation ◽  
Complete Mental Health ◽  
School Based ◽  
The Social

Contemporary mental health assessment conceptualizations focus on both well-being and distress. This study presents initial validation information for the Social Emotional Distress Survey–Secondary (SEDS-S), which was designed for school-based complete mental health screening that employs brief self-report measures of well-being and distress. The SEDS-S structure was investigated using two independent samples of U.S. high school students ( N = 3,780). Findings from exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses suggested a one-factor model of distress with good model fit. Path analyses revealed significant positive relations of the SEDS-S distress factor with symptoms of anxiety and depression, and a significant negative relation with life satisfaction and strengths scores. Future research directions and use in school-based screening applications are discussed.

Psicologia Social, Representações Sociais e AIDS

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 458
Author(s):  
Cristiano Domingues da Silva ◽  
Carlos Alberto de Oliveira Magalhães Júnior ◽  
Jaqueline Feltrin Inada
Keyword(s):  
Social Psychology ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Psychological Treatment ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Immune Deficiency Syndrome ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Social Representation ◽  
The Body ◽  
The Social ◽  
Hiv Aids

Apesar das inúmeras campanhas de prevenção, a Síndrome da Imunodeficiência Adquirida (AIDS) ainda se constitui um grave problema de saúde pública. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo investigar as representações sociais do HIV/AIDS e, assim, contribuir para o tratamento psicológico desses pacientes. Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura, com levantamento bibliográfico, abordando as discussões de autores da psicologia social, entre outros, a respeito do HIV/AIDS. A AIDS é uma enfermidade que marca intensamente quem a vivencia, uma vez que afeta não apenas o corporal do sujeito, mas as demais esferas da sua vida, envolvendo, muitas vezes, sentimentos negativos, tais como: a tristeza, o desejo de morte, a angústia, entre outros, que refletem no seu bem-estar mental, físico, afetivo e social. A infecção pelo HIV estabelece uma cadeia de cuidados a serem desempenhados pelas pessoas portadoras, como consultas frequentes, realização de exames laboratoriais especiais, o uso de medicamentos e mudanças na vida social que, muitas vezes, causam dificuldades que propiciam e implicam cuidados especializados em saúde mental. Atualmente, não existe uma cura para essa doença, apenas tratamento paliativo como: uso de medicamentos, tratamento com psicólogo, tratamento com psiquiatra, entre outros.Palavras-chave: HIV/AIDS. Psicologia Social. Representação Social.AbstractDespite the several prevention campaigns, AIDS remains a serious public health problem. This study aims to investigate the social representations of HIV/AIDS and thereby contribute to the psychological treatment of these patients. A bibliographic review was performed showing the themes discussed about the social psychology according to the view of many authors, concerning the HIV/AIDS. The Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is an illness that marks intensely those who experience it, since it affects not only the body of the individual, but the other spheres of his or her life, involving often negative feelings such as sadness, death desire , anguish, among others, reflecting on his or her mental, physical, emotional and social well-being. HIV infection establishes a chain of care to be taken by people with this illness, such as frequent consultations, conducting special laboratory tests, medication use and changes in social life that often cause difficulties that require mental health care specialist. Currently, there is no cure for this disease, only palliative treatment such as use of drugs, treatment with a psychologist, psychiatrist treatment, among others.Keywords: HIV/AIDS. Social Psychology. Social Representation.

Evaluating quality of life and well-being at the intersection of dementia care and creative engagement

Dementia ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 147130122199730
Author(s):  
Gail Kenning ◽  
Mandy Visser
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Dementia Care ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Art And Design ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Many ◽  
Arts Engagement ◽  
Consistent Approach

Increasingly, art and design projects are used in dementia care settings to support the well-being of people living with dementia. However, the way well-being is defined and evaluated varies significantly in reporting. This study briefly examines the development of the concept of well-being and how it is intertwined with concepts of health and quality of life. It presents a scoping review of studies that use art and design to support the well-being of people living with dementia. We examined the characteristics and methodologies of the studies, how well-being is understood and operationalized, and how the outcomes are reported. The aim of this study was to understand whether there is any consistency in how well-being and related terminology are understood, the methodologies used, how projects are evaluated, the assessment tools used, and in what outcomes and implications are discussed. Results showed well-being and related terminology are used to reference the social, physical, states of mind and feelings, and in opposition to identified deficits. There was no consistent approach to how arts engagement for well-being in the dementia care space is carried out and evaluated. However, this study suggests that this is not necessarily problematic across arts engagement activities for well-being, providing the use of terminology and approaches, and means of evaluation are consistent and retain integrity within the design of individual projects. It suggests that well-designed projects provide frameworks that are able to take into account the many variables in relation to art and creativity and dementia care, and can offer transferability.

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