Title
Helping the Strong Black Woman Manage Depression Using Dance/Movement Therapy
Date of Award
5-2018
Document Type
Thesis - Closed Access
Degree Name
MS in Dance/Movement Therapy
Department
Dance/Movement Therapy Graduate Program
Abstract
Beginning with the historical context of chattel slavery, this thesis discusses the formation of the strong black woman trope and the health concerns that accompany it, namely depression. In addition, this thesis suggests potential dance/movement therapy interventions to aid in symptom relief of those who self-identify as strong black women.
Recommended Citation
Sterling, Jennifer, "Helping the Strong Black Woman Manage Depression Using Dance/Movement Therapy" (2018). Dance/Movement Therapy Theses. 36.
https://digitalcommons.slc.edu/dmt_etd/36