Overcoming Depression with Dance Movement Therapy: A Case Report
Romina Tavormina1, Maurilio Giuseppe Maria Tavormina
1Centre of Psychology and Psychotherapy, 4/F Leone Street - 80055, Portici, Naples, Italy, romina.tavormina@libero.it.
Psychiatria Danubina
|November 16, 2018
Summary
Dance movement therapy, specifically Bachata, helps depressed individuals overcome social stigma and isolation. This approach facilitates emotional expression and reintegration, improving mood and reducing depression symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Therapeutic Arts
Background:
- Social stigma against mood disorders marginalizes individuals, negatively impacting their recovery.
- Isolation and fear of judgment hinder the reintegration of depressed patients into social contexts.
- Effective rehabilitation requires addressing social isolation and improving interpersonal relationships.
Observation:
- Dance movement therapy (DMT) was employed as a rehabilitation tool for a patient with depression.
- The patient engaged in Bachata and spontaneous dancing to express emotions physically.
- The therapy aimed to help the patient overcome fears of judgment and social stigma.
Findings:
- DMT facilitated emotional expression through bodily movement.
- The patient experienced a reduction in isolation and an opening to social interaction.
- Improved interpersonal relationships and a potential increase in mood tone were observed.
Implications:
- DMT can be an effective therapeutic intervention for depression, particularly in addressing social isolation.
- Expressing emotions through dance may reduce the negative impact of social stigma on mental health recovery.
- Integrating creative arts therapies into mental health treatment can promote social reintegration and well-being.
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