Music Technology Tools – a Therapist-in-a-box? Human–computer Interaction and the Co-creation of Mental Health
Journal
Voices
Year
2021
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the discussion of technology in music therapy and public health, focusing on the human–computer interaction and the co-creation of mental health. Foundational theory explaining the possible therapeutic dynamics that can occur when engaged in digital technology is presented, along with two case vignettes that illustrate how adolescents interact with digital music technology to promote mental health and wellbeing. The discussion includes reflections concerning actor-network theory, agency, and affordance-theory, and it argues that the iPad should be considered a valuable co-agent in the agent-network functioning to promote adolescents' mental health.
Music and Health Institute Terms
Adolescents; Mental Health; Music Therapy; Wellness and Well-Being
Indexed Terms
Mental health
Study Type
Editorial, Opinions, Position Papers
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Jonassen, K. H. (2021). Music Technology Tools – a Therapist-in-a-box? Human–computer Interaction and the Co-creation of Mental Health. Voices, 21 (2), 1. Retrieved from https://remix.berklee.edu/mhi-citations/1239