Connect is our dance, music, art and yoga program.
One of our ways to help with mental health is through our program called Connect.
Connect is our dance, music, art and yoga program. These forms of expression can be used with all populations and with individuals, couples, families, or groups. In general, these types of therapeutic activities promote self-awareness, self-esteem, and a safe space for the expression of feelings. Listed below are some of the benefits of these activities:
- Improves brain function
- Promotes cognitive learning
- Builds concentration and memory
- Improves multi- tasking
- Increases confidence
- Helps strengthen social skills through social bonding
- Helps to eliminate stress, depression and anxiety
- Increases intelligence
- Builds strong work ethic
- Children who participate in arts programs have a higher academic performance
- Releases endorphins reducing stress and anxiety
- Helps to create positive body image
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