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Oct 9, 2023 · The results from all studies considered agree that music therapy has benefits at all contexts and levels of education. The studies examined are diverse in terms of design, application, and procedures, and music therapy and music education techniques largely coincide in their educational objectives: improving inclusion, learning outcomes, and well-being among students.
Aug 1, 2023 · Music therapy has shown promise in providing a safe and supportive environment for healing trauma and building resilience while decreasing anxiety levels and improving the functioning of depressed individuals. 4 Music therapy is an evidence-based therapeutic intervention using music to accomplish health and education goals, such as improving mental wellness, reducing stress and alleviating pain.
Music Therapy is a recognized health profession in which music is used to address physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioral and/or social functioning. In school settings, music therapy and music-based interventions can facilitate development in communication and sensorimotor
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Music therapy is a lesser-known and used related service, yet it provides significant benefits to students that have language, behavioral, and social needs. This article reviews the literature on music therapy, discusses its historical and theoretical roots, and examines its use in educational setings. Special atention is given to therapeutic pract...
Incorporating music therapy in schools does not have to be only as a related service for students with IEPs. While its benefits are typically needed more in special education, its impact is not lessened by its inclusion in general education settings. In general education classrooms, music therapy can help students who are “at-risk” and students wit...
- Madison Riley, Tori L Colson, Moriah Smothers
- 2019
Aug 3, 2024 · In addition to its educational applications, music therapy offers important mental health benefits. It can be particularly effective in reducing anxiety and depression, providing an avenue for self-expression and emotional management. Music can influence the release of neurotransmitters associated with well-being, offering immediate relief from ...
Jan 10, 2021 · In schools, music therapy can be used to improve children’s behavior and wellbeing. It can help children learn classroom rules, improving attention and focus, and promoting self-expression (Jacobson & Artman, 2013). Finally, music therapy can be used in schools to improve social skills and communication. For example, it can help with “wh ...
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Music therapists use the elements of music, the way music affects humans, and musical associations to treat individuals in respect to the following goal areas: social, communication, cognitive, academic, physical, spiritual, emotional, behavioral, mental health, and daily living skills. In school settings, music therapy is used to help students make progress in their educational program. Music ...
