Several studies have shown that dancing can help
to increase feelings of self-worth. In one 2007 study,
researchers found that children aged between 11
and 14 who took part in creative movement classes
reported improved self-esteem, motivation, and
more positive attitudes towards dance, as well as
better physical fitness. Dancing has also been
shown to reduce feelings of depression. ---- In a
study, dancing characterised by relaxed,
free-flowing movements helped to improve mood,
whereas dancing in a physically contracted way had
the opposite effect.