Background Training in improvisational theater is a widely available, popular and
entertaining activity. It also is linked to a variety of psychological benefits, such as reductions …

Improvisational theater (improv) is a form of theater where dialog, characters, and story are
created spontaneously by its actors on stage. In the last years, different improv techniques …

Improvisational theater (improv) fits well into an academic definition of improvisation:“the
process and product of creativity occurring simultaneously”(Lewis and Lovatt, 2013). The …

Abstract Adolescents who have Social Anxiety Disorder do not receive the support they
need. Improvisational theater involves regular exposure to social performance situations …

Improvisational theater games can foster a space where academics become more aware of
their speech and behaviors in order to respond to their environment. This study, informed by …

This study compares the effect of dance on affect and cognition to music or exercise, in a
young, non-clinical population. Participants were asked to complete tests of mood and …

Improvisational techniques derived from the experiences in improvisational theatre can be
adapted for the college classroom to leverage the characteristics of the Net Generation, their …

The effects of videogame play is a growing research field in the recent decades, however,
little is known about how 'out-of-school'use of videogames influences creativity and …

Rationale Mental and behavioral health recovery includes concepts related not just to
symptom improvement, but also to participating in activities that contribute to wellness and a …

Experiential learning has been known to be an engaging and effective modality for personal
and professional development. The Metaverse provides ample opportunities for the creation …