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is Music Therapy?
Music Therapy is both a science and an art. It is the use of
sounds and music to support and develop an individual’s
physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. A relationship
between the Therapist and client evolves over time through their
involvement in music. Most of us respond to music, even when
ill, injured or disabled. Even people who find it difficulty
to communicate tend to be affected by music and can express
themselves through it.
Health Care Professionals and Carers are increasingly aware
of the sometimes dramatic improvements brought about by Music
Therapy for people of all ages with wide ranging needs. It can
benefit children and adults with physical, mental, emotional
and language problems such as autism, cerebral palsy or depression.
Recent research has shown that Music Therapy can increase vocal
activity; attention and social interaction; help organisation
of movements; aid relaxation; release tension and improve mood.
Music Therapy is a State registered Profession
Who benefits?
Music Therapy can help children and adults:
• With learning problems
• With major communication problems
• With visual or hearing problems
• With neurological problems
• Living with the diagnosis of HIV or AIDS
• Living with the diagnosis of cancer
• Who have offended
• Coping with high levels of stress
• With alcohol or drug dependency
Acknowledgement
The above quotations are extracts from the MusicSpace Trust
leaflet by kind permission of Professor Leslie Bunt.
Music Therapy is now a State Registered Profession with in the
Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine.
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