dance therapy

the use of various forms of rhythmic movement—classical, modern, folk, or ballroom dancing; exercises to music; and the like—as a therapeutic technique to help individuals achieve greater body awareness and social interaction and enhance their psychological and physical functioning. See also movement therapy. [pioneered in 1942 by U.S. dance professional Marian Chace (1896–1970)]

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May 9th 2024

drug education

the process of informing individuals or groups about the effects of various chemical agents on the human body, usually with a special emphasis on the effects of mind-altering substances.