MENTAL EFFECT OF DANCE AMONG THE PERFORMING ARTS STUDENTS OF CITY COLLEGE OF ANGELES

Author Name: 1. Christian Ashley V. Calica, 2. Joseph T. Lobo

Volume/Issue: 02/12

Country: Philippines

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/06.2022-54984579/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Student-Researcher, City College of Angeles, Angeles City, Philippines, 2009
2. Program Coordinator, City College of Angeles, Angeles City, Philippines, 2009

ABSTRACT

This descriptive quantitative study describes Dance's effect and its different forms on mental health. The respondents of this study are students taking Bachelor of Performing Arts at City College of Angeles. The MEDQ (22-item) was utilized to gather data from the respondents through an online survey. The said questionnaire has undergone pilot testing for non-BPA students (N=50) with (a=.975 and .946), which confirms that the said instrument can be used for the conduct of the study. Mean and Standard Deviation were used to describe the effects of Dance and its different forms on mental health. After data were gathered from 83 BPA students, the results showed that Dance positively affects their mental health (e.g., eliminates worries, boosts confidence, satisfaction, develops self-image, and stress reliever). Results found that most of the BPA students answered that Dance has a good impact and is beneficial to them, especially to their mental aspect. From the results obtained, it is highly recommended to provide different seminars and exposures for the students to gain knowledge about the benefits of Dance based on different dance forms to students' mental health. These findings provide new information to students and professionals interested in conducting research studies relating to Dance and mental health. Further investigation is also recommended to support this research study.

Key words: Mental Effect of Dance, Dance Genre, Mental Health, Performing Arts