MUSIC THERAPY APPLICATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH MENTAL DISORDERS – CLINICAL PRACTICE AND RESEARCH

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MUSIC THERAPY APPLICATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH MENTAL DISORDERS – CLINICAL PRACTICE AND RESEARCH

Journal Title: Psychiatria i Psychoterapia - Year 2013, Vol 9, Issue 2

Abstract

Music therapy for people with mental disorders is frequently understood as recreational activity only. Lack of trust towards this form of therapy is present in professional medical environment. This intervention is not very popular in Polish facilities designed for the mentioned population; even if it is provided, persons who lead it often do not have adequate education and competencies. As a discipline joining clinical practice, knowledge, research and artistic activity music therapy has a very specific character. However, scientific reflection of the last few decades has led to creating coherent definitions and theories as foundations for evidence-based practice. The newest research results suggest that professionally performed music therapy has a real potential in terms of improving functioning of clients with psychiatric problems in different areas. This article presents scientifically based perspective on music therapy, grounding practice in theoretical framework, briefly presenting chosen interventions and current research, especially results of randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, as well as case studies and qualitative inquiries. It aims to present music therapy to other professionals working with people with mental disorders. Awareness of the real potential of music therapy can contribute to better integrated, holistic care for patients.

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Ludwika Konieczna-Nowak

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EP ID EP115557
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