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An Experimental Model Using Dance Training As Therapy For Women Over Thirty Five, Thelma J. Lofquist
An Experimental Model Using Dance Training As Therapy For Women Over Thirty Five, Thelma J. Lofquist
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The intent of this study was to use an experimental model to investigate the use of dance training for improving the self-esteem of women over the age of 35.
Sixteen women over the age of 35 were taught jazz dance over a 10 week period. A pre and post test of the Tennessee Self Concept Scale was used on both a dance group and a no dance group. It was hypothesized there would be positive changes in three of the 10 scores in the TSCS for the dance group, but not for the no dance group. The scores predicted to …