A Comprehensive Analysis of the Psychological and Biological Effects of Indian Classical Dance on Developing Female Adolescents
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https://doi.org/10.58445/rars.1539Keywords:
Adolescents, Indian Classical Dance, ExerciseAbstract
This paper studies the effects of physical activity and dance physiologically and psychologically. Specifically, it looks at how exercise impacts the nervous system, reduces stress levels, and improves muscle and cardiopulmonary function. This paper also delves into how exercise, dance in particular, affects adolescents’ development, their stress levels, and academic performance. Existing research on the benefits of dance was furthered in this paper through qualitative pre- and post- dance class surveys completed by adolescent females participating in Indian classical dance. The goal of this paper is to educate adolescents and motivate them to partake in physical activities, such as dance, by giving a better understanding of the health and wellness benefits of physical activities.
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