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A relação entre tango terapia e qualidade de vida na velhice
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O envelhecimento populacional constitui um dos principais desafios das sociedades contemporâneas, exigindo estratégias eficazes que promovam a autonomia e o bem-estar dos idosos. A dança, enquanto atividade física e expressiva, tem demonstrado benefícios relevantes na saúde física, psicológica e social. Entre as diferentes modalidades, a Tango terapia destaca-se pelo seu potencial terapêutico, ao integrar movimento, emoção e interação social.
O presente estudo analisou a relação entre a prática de Tango terapia e a qualidade de vida na velhice, procurando compreender o seu papel na promoção de um envelhecimento mais ativo e saudável. Recorreu-se a um delineamento misto, não experimental e transversal, composto por 33 participantes com idades entre 67 e 93 anos (17 praticantes e 16 não praticantes), recrutados em três centros de dia e numa universidade sénior do distrito de Lisboa. Foram aplicados um questionário sociodemográfico, o WHOQOL-OLD e entrevistas semiestruturadas.
Os resultados quantitativos indicaram médias de qualidade de vida ligeiramente superiores no grupo de praticantes, embora sem diferenças estatisticamente significativas entre grupos ou géneros. A vertente qualitativa revelou perceções positivas associadas à prática, destacando ganhos na mobilidade, equilíbrio, vitalidade, autoestima e integração social. Estes resultados sugerem que a Tango terapia constitui uma intervenção não farmacológica e culturalmente significativa, promotora de bem-estar físico, emocional e social na velhice.
Population aging represents one of the greatest challenges faced by contemporary societies, requiring effective strategies to promote autonomy and well-being among older adults. Dance, as a physical and expressive activity, has shown relevant physical, psychological, and social benefits. Among the various modalities, Tango therapy stands out for its therapeutic potential, integrating movement, emotion, and social interaction. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between Tango therapy practice and quality of life in older adults, exploring its role as a resource for promoting active and healthy aging. A mixed, non-experimental, and cross-sectional design was used, involving 33 participants aged between 67 and 93 years (17 practitioners and 16 non-practitioners) recruited from three day centers and a senior university in Lisbon. A sociodemographic questionnaire, the WHOQOL-OLD, and semi-structured interviews were administered. Quantitative results showed slightly higher mean quality-of-life scores among practitioners, although no statistically significant differences were found between groups or genders. Qualitative findings revealed positive perceptions of Tango therapy, highlighting improvements in mobility, balance, vitality, self-esteem, and social integration. These results suggest that Tango therapy is a non-pharmacological and culturally meaningful intervention that promotes physical, emotional, and social well-being in later life.
Population aging represents one of the greatest challenges faced by contemporary societies, requiring effective strategies to promote autonomy and well-being among older adults. Dance, as a physical and expressive activity, has shown relevant physical, psychological, and social benefits. Among the various modalities, Tango therapy stands out for its therapeutic potential, integrating movement, emotion, and social interaction. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between Tango therapy practice and quality of life in older adults, exploring its role as a resource for promoting active and healthy aging. A mixed, non-experimental, and cross-sectional design was used, involving 33 participants aged between 67 and 93 years (17 practitioners and 16 non-practitioners) recruited from three day centers and a senior university in Lisbon. A sociodemographic questionnaire, the WHOQOL-OLD, and semi-structured interviews were administered. Quantitative results showed slightly higher mean quality-of-life scores among practitioners, although no statistically significant differences were found between groups or genders. Qualitative findings revealed positive perceptions of Tango therapy, highlighting improvements in mobility, balance, vitality, self-esteem, and social integration. These results suggest that Tango therapy is a non-pharmacological and culturally meaningful intervention that promotes physical, emotional, and social well-being in later life.
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Dissertação de Mestrado apresentada no ISPA - Instituto Universitário para obtenção de grau de Mestre na especialidade de Psicologia Clínica
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Tango terapia Qualidade de vida Envelhecimento ativo Dança Arteterapia Tango therapy Quality of life Active aging Dance Art therapy