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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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Effects of music therapy and music-based interventions in the treatment of substance use disorders: A systematic review.
2017
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Louisa Hohmann, Joke Bradt, Thomas Stegemann, Stefan Koelsch.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
PLoS One
Keywords
Research article
Addiction
Songwriting
Emotional expression
Group interaction
Locus of control
Motivation
Participation
Quality of life
Mental health

The authors of this review conducted a systematic search on published articles examining effects of music, music therapy (MT) and music based interventions (MBI), and found 34 quantitative and six qualitative studies. Beneficial effects of MT and MBI on emotional and motivational outcomes, participation, locus of control, and perceived helpfulness were reported. The analysis of the qualitative studies revealed four themes: emotional expression, group interaction, development of skills, and improvement of quality of life.

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Music Therapy for Adults with Mental Health and Substance Use Conditions
2021
Type of reference
General information
Author
American Music Therapy Association, Inc.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
American Music Therapy Association, Inc.
Keywords
General article
Hospital
In the Community
Prison
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
Psychiatric conditions
Substance Use Disorder
Coping skills
Composition
Music listening
Emotional expression
Improvisation
Group interaction
Locus of control
Motivation
Change readiness
Quality of life
Re-creating music
Mental health
Adults

This fact sheet from the American Music Therapy Association provides information about music therapy practices for adults with mental health and substance use challenges. This page provides information on relevant definitions and statistics, the types of mental health settings in which music therapists work, potential outcomes of music therapy, contraindications for music therapy, the clinical process, and effectiveness research.

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