Trial reportFrontiers in public health2025
The effect of Latin dance on social physique anxiety in middle school girls: a pilot study.
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- Do positive childhood experiences reduce children's deviant behavior in physical education learning?-A longitudinal validation based on a latent variable growth model.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- The neuroesthetics of music as an alternative therapeutic model for enhancing youth mental wellbeing.Frontiers in child and adolescent psychiatry · 2025Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Social physique anxiety (SPA) is a prevalent psychological issue among adolescents, particularly among female middle school students. SPA is characterized by fear of negative evaluation based on physical appearance and can significantly impact self-esteem and social interactions. This study aimed to investigate the effects of a 4-week Latin dance intervention on reducing SPA in middle school girls. Methods: A total of 40 female middle school students were randomly assigned to either the experimental group ( Results: The results indicated that the Latin dance intervention significantly reduced SPA across all three dimensions, with the most significant improvements observed in NE and SP ( Discussion: These findings suggest that Latin dance is an effective intervention for reducing SPA in adolescents. The improvements in SPA, particularly in NE and SP, highlight the potential of Latin dance to promote positive body image and enhance self-esteem. This study contributes to the growing body of research on the mental health benefits of dance and provides insights into integrating physical activity into psychological interventions aimed at improving adolescent well-being.
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