Abstract

The topic of raving has not yet been addressed in dance/movement psychotherapy (DMP) literature, despite being a meaningful activity shown to facilitate personal transformation. Whilst studies on rave culture have highlighted its therapeutic benefits, none of them focus on recovering substance abusers. This research identifies links between raving and DMP, looking at what each practice can offer this client group. Three key commonalities were identified whilst reviewing the literature on raving, DMP and substance abuse: strengthening spirituality, enhancing one’s sense of self, and creating a sense of belonging. Through analysing data from participant interviews, my embodied responses and my own experiences, five more were revealed. Findings from this study were considered for their relevance in DMP clinical practice.

摘要

尽管狂欢是一项有助于个人转变的有意义的活动，但舞蹈/运动心理治疗 (DMP) 文献中尚未讨论狂欢这一主题。虽然锐舞文化的研究强调了其治疗功效，但没有一项研究关注于药物滥用者的康复。这项研究确定了 raving 和 DMP 之间的联系，研究每种实践可以为该客户群提供什么。在回顾关于狂欢、DMP 和药物滥用的文献时，发现了三个关键的共同点：加强灵性、增强自我意识和创造归属感。通过分析参与者访谈的数据、我的具体反应和我自己的经历，还揭示了另外五个问题。本研究的结果被认为与 DMP 临床实践相关。