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A Systematic Review of Dance and Movement Therapy for Psychotic and Eating Disorders

  • By

  • Francesco Monaco

  • Annarita Vignapiano

  • Stefania Landi

  • Ernesta Panarello

  • Raffaele Malvone

  • Ilaria Pullano

  • Germano Fiore

  • Anna Maria Iazzolino

  • Luca Steardo

  • Gennaro Sosto

  • Giulio Corrivetti

  • April 23, 2026

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    Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) is a body-oriented therapy that enhances emotional regulation and psychosocial functioning in psychiatric populations.

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    The systematic review identified twelve studies showing DMT's positive impact on bodily awareness, emotional expression, and social functioning.

  • 3

    In psychotic disorders, DMT improved negative symptoms, social engagement, and physical functioning when integrated with standard treatment.

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    Evidence for DMT's effectiveness in eating disorders is limited but suggests benefits for body image, emotional regulation, and subjective well-being.

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    Future research should focus on well-designed trials and standardized protocols to better assess DMT's efficacy in diverse psychiatric populations.

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A Systematic Review of Dance and Movement Therapy for Psychotic and Eating Disorders

  • by Francesco Monaco, Annarita Vignapiano, Stefania Landi, Ernesta Panarello, Raffaele Malvone, Ilaria Pullano, Germano Fiore, Anna Maria Iazzolino, Luca Steardo, Gennaro Sosto, Giulio Corrivetti

  • April 23, 2026

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