INTERGENERATIONAL CREATIVE MOVEMENT INTERVENTION FOSTERS SOCIAL CONNECTIONS AND MENTAL HEALTH
2024
Intergenerational Creative Movement Intervention Fosters Social Connections and Mental Health
Sample size: 40
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kostelic Amy, Bardo Anthony, Thiel Susie, Reardon Claire, Khalilian Mohammad
Primary Institution: University of Kentucky
Hypothesis
Can an intergenerational creative movement program enhance social connections and mental health among women?
Conclusion
The program successfully fostered intergenerational connections and positively impacted mental health.
Supporting Evidence
- The program combined interpretive dance and physical activity to promote social connections.
- Qualitative results indicated an emergent sense of belonging among participants.
- Pre- and post-intervention surveys showed positive impacts on mental health.
Takeaway
This study shows that dancing together can help young and older women feel more connected and improve their mental health.
Methodology
The study used Social Network Analyses and pre- and post-intervention surveys to assess the program's impact.
Participant Demographics
First-generation female college students and college-educated older women.
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