Literature Review

I have been writing a literature review with the mentorship of a wonderful adjunct professor at NYU and Columbia! It is about the effects of dance and movement therapy (DMT) on the emotional expression and emotional regulation of youth. I wanted to write this for two reasons: My interest in neuroaesthetics and dance therapy prompted me to find a connection that I could apply to my life; I used the information I found to inform some of my dance class protocols. I understand the importance of allowing for improvisation, emotional connections, and group dynamics in enhancing the effects of dance— with this in mind, I have implemented various new strategies into my class!

I am very excited to see where this academic journey takes me.