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The purpose of our database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele.  We therefore propose a selection of pertinent references, however not exhaustive, given that each week more research and other information are published around the world. 

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The effect of improvisational group drumming versus general music therapy versus activity therapy on mood, session behaviors and transfer behaviors of in-patient psychiatric individuals
2012
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Daniel B. Tague
Language
English
Source / Publisher
College of Music, Florida State University
Keywords
Thesis/Dissertation
Psychiatric facility
Psychiatric conditions
Cooperation
Drum cirle
Enhance mood
Mental health
Adults

This study was the first application of group drumming to be used for an entire treatment session in an acute psychiatric setting. This was also the first research trial to use drumming alone to influence the mood of in-patient psychiatric individuals. Results of this study indicate that a group drumming protocol can be successfully utilized as part of the psychosocial training program in a hospital setting. 

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The use of group drumming-based music therapy with male adolescents in a school violence prevention program in Korea: A pilot study
2022
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Eun Sil Suh
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Psychology of Music
Keywords
Research article
Academic setting
Cooperation
Drum cirle
Self-esteem
Self-expression
Emotional expression
Group music therapy
At risk youth/families
Teenagers

This study investigated how a drumming experience influences students’ aggression and narrative experience as related to school violence. Participants were 15- to 16-year-old students from two classes in a men’s high school in a Southeastern city in Korea. The qualitative data indicated that group drumming may enhance self-esteem, assertiveness, emotional expression, anger management skills, cooperation, feelings of unity, empathy, and active listening skills.

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