{"value"=>"<p> <span class=\"title\">Dance Therapy/Exercise With Physically Handicapped Young Adults</span></p> <p>This thesis discusses the physical and psychological benefits of combining dance therapy with a variety of physical exercise techniques aimed at the orthopedically handicapped young adult.</p> <p>The literature review consists of information on aerobic exercise, therapeutic recreation, adapted physical education, teaching dance to the physically handicapped, dance therapy, Laban and Bartenieff's work with effort-shape and holistic health.</p> <p>Thirteen young adults with physical disabilities took part in a nine week study to determine the significance of a dance therapy/exercise program. At the end of the nine weeks, the group members answered a twelve point questionnaire, rating the sessions on a scale from one to ten in the areas of mastery of movement, full-body experience, enjoyment, group interaction and the leader's style. These results were then compared with the data collected in the leader's daily logs. The results suggest a general agreement between the objective and subjective data in the areas of enjoyment and group interaction. They also suggest the need for increased consideration for the differences in mobility of the individuals in the group. The findings are discussed, and modifications for further studies are suggested.</p>"}