Keywords: Dance Therapy, psychogeriatric patients, effort-shape analysis, dementia, identity, self-esteem, social connection, touch
Page #: 31
This article focuses on drawing out the benefits of a dance movement therapy program for elderly patients with dementia on the psychological as well as physical realm. The author describes her use of effort-shape analysis in program planning, as well as the specific psychological needs of clients with dementia, which include sense of identity, self-esteem, sense of control/choice, social connection and touch. She goes on to describe specific themes and interventions used, and provides interesting case studies to illustrate their success.
