benefits of music therapy

Music therapy has a profound potential to help patients improve their mental, emotional, and even physical health. Music therapists can offer a wide range of activities, services, and treatment options. For example, the therapist might use music from a patient’s youth to help awaken memories and stimulate positive mental and emotional health. On the other end of the spectrum, a therapist might work with the patient to compose a song. A therapist might teach a patient to play an instrument to improve range of motion and rebuild lost motor skills, as well.

Benefits of Music Therapy:

* Increased dopamine production, resulting in greater well-being and less pain
* Increased social interaction and support
* Improved motor skills and mobility
Mental stimulation
* Resurfacing of memories that help patients feel whole, strong, and healthy

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Frequently Asked Questions about Music Therapy

* Does a patient need to have some previous experience playing an instrument to benefit from this therapy?

No, patients need no previous experience with music. Each treatment plan is customized based on the patient’s specific history, experience, and response to music therapy.

* Does a patient have to be mentally alert to benefit from music therapy?

No, music therapy has shown to be effective in improving quality of life, even for patients who are not alert or oriented.

* What is a patient is only minimally responsive?

Minimally responsive patients have shown increased brain activity, and as hearing is the last sense to lapse, it can provide comfort even to unresponsive patients.

* Do music therapy sessions need to be completely private?

They do not have to be, although some patients do prefer privacy during certain sessions. We encourage family members to participate in most cases.

* Is music therapy ideal for all patients?

No, some patients will not benefit of music therapy, as it can sometimes increase agitation and anxiety. Even if a patient does not become agitated/anxious, some simply have no interest in music therapy. We assess each patient’s needs before determining whether music therapy is appropriate and beneficial.