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Effects of Creative Movement Therapies on Social Communication Behavioral-Affective Sensorimotor Cognitive and Functional Participation Skills of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review

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The article “Effects of Creative Movement Therapies on Social Communication, Behavioral-Affective, Sensorimotor, Cognitive, and Functional Participation Skills of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review” examines the impact of creative movement therapies (CMTs) on individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The review analyzes multiple studies to assess how interventions like dance, music, and movement activities influence key areas such as social communication, emotional and behavioral regulation, sensorimotor skills, cognitive functions, and overall functional participation.

This course is based on the reading online article, Effects of Creative Movement Therapies on Social Communication Behavioral-Affective Sensorimotor Cognitive and Functional Participation Skills of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review created by Nidhi Amonkar, PT et al in 2021.

Publication Details

Publication Date: Nov 2021

Course Material Authors

Course Material Authors authored the material only, and were not involved in creating this CE course. They are identified here for your own evaluation of the relevancy of the material this course is based on.

Nidhi Amonkar, PT
Nidhi Amonkar is a graduate student research assistant who is focusing on therapeutic interventions for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her work emphasizes the impact of creative movement therapies on social, cognitive, and behavioral skills, aiming to improve functional outcomes for individuals on the spectrum. She has published multiple works in peer reviewed journals.
Wan-Chun Su, PhD.
Wan-Chun Su is an Assistant Professor at Louisiana State University and a researcher who focuses on finding ways to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through creative movement therapies. Su explores how activities like dance, music, and movement can improve social skills, emotional balance, and motor coordination for those on the autism spectrum. Driven by a desire to make therapeutic options more accessible and impactful, Su’s work aims to enhance the daily lives and connections of individuals with ASD. She has had multiple works published in peer reviewed journals.

Course Creator

Danny Wamsley, LCASA

Danny Wamsley is a licensed addiction specialist with a clinical certification with the National Association of Dual Diagnosis (NADD). Danny currently works in manage care as a DSS liaison. His primary goal is to provide consultation to social workers who are involved with child-protective services and In-Home Services. Danny also has 10+ years of experience working with individuals diagnosed with intellectual disability and substance use. Danny’s professional interests include addictions/recovery, intellectual disability, foster care, military, trauma, and domestic violence.

Target Audience

Counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and social workers. This course is appropriate for all levels of knowledge.

Learning Objectives

After taking this course, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Provide examples of the impact of creative movement therapies on social communication skills, specifically focusing on improvements in verbal and nonverbal communication.
  2. 2 Identify the influence of creative movement therapies on behavioral-affective and sensorimotor skills, with an emphasis on emotional regulation, motor coordination, and sensory processing.
  3. 3 Describe the effects of creative movement therapies on cognitive and functional participation skills, including areas such as problem-solving abilities, adaptability in group settings, and daily functional engagement.

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Course Creator

Danny Wamsley, LCASA – No relevant financial relationships.

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Course Details

4 CE Hours
Reading Online
Course 103696

Related Topics

Expressive Therapy Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Autism

Availability

This course is available until Feb 20th, 2035.

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