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Drumming Past And Present: Examination Of Historical And Current Medicinal Effects, Megan M. Boerema May 2017

Drumming Past And Present: Examination Of Historical And Current Medicinal Effects, Megan M. Boerema

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Drumming is an activity with a long and rich history, rooted in many different cultures around the world. Traditionally, the art of drumming has been used for a wide variety of purposes including as a part of religious ceremonies, to promote psychological well-being, and to foster a sense of community. It has been used in a variety of cultural healing practices throughout the world since the beginning of ancient history (Newman et al., 2015).

Many cultures use drumming in healing ceremonies as a means for promoting an altered state of consciousness of the ill individual, the healer, and any others …


Repeat After Me: Dance Program Evaluation For The Friendship Circle, Michelle Sire Apr 2017

Repeat After Me: Dance Program Evaluation For The Friendship Circle, Michelle Sire

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Approximately 1 in 6 children in the United States are diagnosed with one or more developmental disabilities or delays (Boyle et al., 2011). Although the number of therapeutic approaches for children with developmental disabilities has increased, no single treatment or combination of treatments is effective in relieving symptoms for all individuals (Scharoun, Reinders, Bryden & Fletcher, 2014). Therefore, there is a need to continue to explore alternative therapeutic methods. Research over the past twenty years has found dance/movement therapy (DMT) to be an effective form of treatment for children with special needs, specifically in terms of functioning and well-being. However, …


Reconnecting Veiled Minds Through Music, Carolyn A. Scharf Apr 2017

Reconnecting Veiled Minds Through Music, Carolyn A. Scharf

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Reconnecting Veiled Minds Through Music: A Volunteer Experience Evaluation, Shelby N. Gird Apr 2017

Reconnecting Veiled Minds Through Music: A Volunteer Experience Evaluation, Shelby N. Gird

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Dancing Through Life: Dance As Physical Therapy To Prevent Falls, Salon Gegel Jan 2017

Dancing Through Life: Dance As Physical Therapy To Prevent Falls, Salon Gegel

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The basis of this project was to create a series of dance-based exercise activities to be used as part of an exercise class for elderly people who are classified as fall risks. The idea was to approach exercise through a medium that was convenient and versatile for the class leader, while being comfortable and fun for participants. The activities were developed and presented over the course of the six-week P.L.A.C.E. Program, held at the Montessori School of Bowling Green. Participants met four times to take part in a guided exercise class, and enjoy other activities. At these sessions, participants were …