Dance therapy could be exactly what your child needs!
There are a variety of therapies available today for children with special needs. A popular choice among therapists is dance therapy. It can benefit a child in several different ways and parents can join in the fun as well! Keep reading and discover just a few of the advantages of dance therapy for children with special needs.
Relieves Stress
All children have stress in their lives. For many, social anxiety can be hard to deal with. For others, it’s an upcoming event like a trip to the doctors or the first day of school. If a child is harboring stress in their lives, it is going to inhibit their ability to learn and grow and people. Physical exercise is a great way for all ages to blow off some steam. A few minutes of dancing is an excellent way to lifts a child’s attitude.
Increased Confidence
It is important for a child to believe in themselves. Unfortunately, many children today lack confidence for a variety of irrational reasons. Dancing can be a great way for a child to raise their confidence levels by participating in a fun activity.
Allows For Creativity
There are no rules when it comes to dancing. There is nothing wrong with a person putting their spin on a particular type of dance routine. Children are naturally creative with wild imaginations. This allows them to express themselves in a healthy and creative manner.
Exercise
Dancing is an excellent form of exercise. If a child doesn’t enjoy exercising it may be because they haven’t found a way of activity that interests them yet. Dancing is great because it allows a child to work and strengthen various muscle groups.
The Connections Therapy Center
The Connections Therapy Center serves families of children and adolescents with disabilities and special needs. We are a team of experts in the fields of pediatric speech, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and behavioral sciences. As a team, we offer intensive hands-on therapy for children and adolescents, as well as informative and useful resources for families. If you are interested in learning more about what we can do to help your family, visit us online or give us a call at (202) 561-1110 (Washington, D.C. office) or (301) 577-4333 (Lanham office). Want to get more information on how to help your child thrive? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+, and Pinterest.