Assessing the Effectiveness of Social Dance in Promoting Social Skills and Self-esteem

Mingzhao Gao

doi:10.54097/srzf7h83

Authors

Mingzhao Gao

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/srzf7h83

Keywords:

Social Skills, Non-verbal Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Trust Building, Respect, Etiquette Identity, Belongingness, Assertiveness

Abstract

The study investigated the impact of social dance on self-esteem and social skills among various demographics, with a particular emphasis on understanding how participation in these activities affects psychological and interpersonal results. The study used a descriptive comparative approach, gathering data from 502 social dance participants. The questionnaires measured many components of social skills, such as non-verbal communication, interpersonal skills, trust building, respect, and etiquette. Additionally, the questions assessed different dimensions of self-esteem, including a sense of identity, belongingness, and assertiveness. The analysis conducted using ANOVA and Tukey post-hoc testing demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in social skills and self-esteem positively associated with the length of time individuals engaged in dance activities. More precisely, participants with more than three years of dance experience reported the most significant improvements. Moreover, the specific dance genre had a pivotal effect, as contemporary dancers exhibited the most essential levels of assertiveness and general self-esteem. The results verified that extended engagement in social dance significantly improves personal and social welfare, endorsing its incorporation as a tool for personal growth in educational and communal environments.

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