How We Can Dance Our Way to Better Mental Health

Explore the transformative power of dance for mental health in this TEDx talk by Anna Duberg, a physiotherapist and health sciences researcher from Örebro University, Sweden. Discover how Duberg's innovative "Dance for Health" method has become a cost-effective complement to school healthcare, impacting thousands of young lives across Sweden. Learn about the key factors of this approach, including "joy of movement," "come as you are," "social inclusion," and "see what you have," and how they contribute to reducing stress and improving youth mental health. Gain insights into Duberg's journey from research to practical implementation, and understand how dance can be a powerful tool for strengthening health, fostering a new approach to life, and creating positive societal impact. This 17-minute presentation offers inspiration and evidence-based strategies for using dance as a means to address the growing trend of mental illness among youth.