Editors ’ Note
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Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - April 5, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Embodied Cultural Competence Framework: A Body-Based Method to Examine Cultural Identity Development and Bias
AbstractAdopting an embodied approach to cultural competence provides a method for practitioners to engage the body ’s knowledge in exploring identity and perceptions, while supporting advancement towards healthy and responsive relationships. The Embodied Cultural Competence Framework provides a concise method to explore past (history), present state, and develop future intentions related to bias and capacity f or healthy and adaptive relating, and delivery of clinical interventions. This framework was developed by Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Clinical Professi...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - March 28, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
DMT Groups for Female Inmates with Drug Dependence at a Detention Center in Taiwan
This study highlights the importance of observing actions within the context, the transition from individual to interpersonal emotional regulation, and the application of the BREATH Model, based on six core themes: breathing, regulation of energy, expanding movement repertoire, awareness, togetherness, and help. It sheds light on the potential benefits of DMT for female inmates who used drugs. Recommendations for future research are provided. (Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - March 8, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Relational Integrative Psychotherapy and the Discipline of Authentic Movement
This article discusses the discipline of authentic movement relative to concepts drawn from the theory and practice of relational integrative psychotherapy (combining person-centered and psychodynamic models). There are few discourses on the ways in which authentic movement can be practiced as psychotherapy. In this article there is an elaboration of the discipline itself with a focus on the mover and witness roles, which are then transformed into those of the client and therapist respectively. The discipline is analyzed as a form of relational integrative psychotherapy for individual clients. Examples are provided to illu...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - March 4, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Marian Chace Foundation 2023 Lecture & amp; Introduction from the 58th Annual American Dance Therapy Association Conference: Dance/Movement Therapy: Before, Between, Beyond Words; आत्मा (Ātma): A Journey; Denver, Colorado
(Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - February 7, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Creating Spaces for Discoveries in Movement Observation and Beyond
AbstractIn this commentary, dance/movement therapy (DMT) educators, practitioners, and students discuss the current issues, lived experiences, and ongoing debates surrounding movement observation frameworks and their impact on DMT education and client populations. The commentary claims that expanded perspectives are needed on how to begin the process of observing the body through different identities, experientials, and theoretical perspectives. The discussion is framed by insights gained from the larger DMT community, and the DMT program at Lesley University. This emerging conversation explores new frameworks, application...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - January 22, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
The Reality of Vulnerable Research: Honoring Humanness Amid a Pandemic
This article describes the journey of a health equity research study that changed course due to challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and the precarity of the population of focus. Although the mixed methods intervention and dance/movement therapy protocol did not transpire as intended, we gained much relevant insight from the 12-month process. We here highlight the original six-week protocol, recruitment efforts and important clinical observations during the recruitment phase, as well as a detailed synopsis in form of a case study of the one participant who completed the study. We also take a critical look at th...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - December 4, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Mortality, Mortuaries, and Movement - Implications of Dance/Movement Therapy and Death: A Literature Review
AbstractDance/movement therapy (DMT) is a somatic-based psychotherapy approach that can supplement existing therapy techniques or stand on its own as effective psychological treatment. As a growing field, DMT continues to expand its application to different populations. This literature review analyzed the implications of DMT application for individuals who are dying. While the application of DMT with diverse populations has been studied, the literature regarding the application of DMT with dying individuals is slim. Medical, spiritual, and emotional treatment during death have received considerable attention in academic li...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - October 5, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Book Review: Dance/Movement Therapy for Infants and Young Children with Medical Illness: Treating Somatic and Psychic Distress, DMT with Infants, Children, Teens, and Families, by Suzi Tortora and Miri Keren, New York: Routledge, 2023, 218 pages
(Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - September 27, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Editors ’ Note
(Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - September 21, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
The 2022 International Panel: Adapting and Transforming: The Immigrant Experience of Dance/Movement Therapists
AbstractThe 27th ADTA International Panel explored the journeys of dance/movement therapists who have experienced both the realities and challenges of the immigrant experience: learning a new language, leaving a familiar culture, uprooting families, leaving friends, and becoming a member of a new community. Nine panelists offered a verbal description of their unique stories which were accompanied by videos demonstrating their personal dance/movement expressions. By listening and observing, we had the valuable opportunity to see the resilience of adaptation and acclimation that is inherent in dance/movement therapists from ...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - September 18, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Correction: Marian Chace Foundation 2022 Lecture & amp; Introduction from the 57th Annual American Dance Therapy Association Conference, Heartlines: Gathering Wisdom from Many Streams; Montreal, Canada
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Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - July 19, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
COVID-19 and Neuroinflammation: A Vital Role for Dance/Movement Therapy in Long-Term Health Outcomes
This article reviews recent biological research on the development and progress of COVID-19 and outlines an emerging connection between infection and the onset or progression of neurodegenerative illness, while indicating a role for dance/movement therapy in pandemic response and recovery. (Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - July 17, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Fun, Fitness, and Relaxation: Using Participatory Research to Explore Dance/Movement Therapy with Women Navigating the Criminal Justice System in Australia
AbstractThis paper communicates findings from a doctoral research project which used dance/movement therapy (DMT) to engage two women navigating the criminal justice system in Australia. A feminist-informed participatory research design was applied to learn about each woman ’s experience and to explore the possible health promoting benefits of community-based DMT. Women serving time on community correctional orders were invited to attend drop-in DMT workshops which were held in a drug and alcohol recovery centre. Participants were invited to offer feedback which was analyzed using reflexive and interpretative methods of ...
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - June 19, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
Marian Chace Foundation 2022 Lecture & amp; Introduction from the 57th Annual American Dance Therapy Association Conference, Heartlines: Gathering Wisdom from Many Streams; Montreal, Canada
(Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy)
Source: American Journal of Dance Therapy - May 24, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research
