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Effect of Music Therapy on Chemotherapy Anticipatory Symptoms in Adolescents: A Mixed Methods Study
2024
Author
Filippo Giordano, Chiara Rutigliano, Caterina Ugolini, Angarano Rosa, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

This study is about music therapy with adolescents undergoing chemotherapy.  A significant reduction in anxiety, nausea and vomiting was observed. Furthermore, perceived stress and psychological/physical wellbeing were improved in participants. 

How Does Music Therapy Help with Addiction Treatment?
2023
Author
Addiction Rehab
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Addiction Rehab Toronto

This article is published by a center that offers services to facilitate the rehabilitation of clients that suffer from substance abuse/dependency, using proven traditional methods in conjunction with a holistic approach. The article presents how music therapy works and how it can help to contribute in the treatment for addiction recovery.

Music Therapy in End-of-Life Care Contexts
2024
Author
Amy Clements-Cortés, Sara Klinck
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Scolarly Community Encyclopedia

This brief entry is a summary of a peer-reviewed article. It explains succinctly what is music therapy in palliative care. 

Music therapy support groups for cancer patients and caregivers: A mixed-methods approach
2015
Author
Abbey Lynn Dvorak
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Canadian Journal of Music Therapy

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of music therapy support groups (MTSG) on physical, psychological, and social functioning of cancer patients and caregivers. A mixed-methods approach was used, including an experimental, randomized, controlled trial and qualitative data from participant comments. The experimental group demonstrated statistically significant changes pre- to post-session in (a) pain in three sessions; (b) mood, stress, and anxiety in all six sessions; and (c) quality of life in two sessions.