Effect of Music Therapy on Chemotherapy Anticipatory Symptoms in Adolescents: A Mixed Methods Study

Journal

Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

Year

2024

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: This study explores the feasibility and effects of music therapy on anticipatory nausea and vomiting, stress, pain and quality of life in adolescents undergoing chemotherapy. METHODS: This is a single group, quasi-experimental study using pre/post-test design. Participants received four individual sessions of music therapy (MT), led by a certified music therapist. State-Trait-Anxiety Inventory Y-1, and a 0-4 Likert scale for pain, nausea and vomiting were recorded. Heart rate variability (LF/HF) was collected during sessions. PedsQL was collected before and at the end of the trial. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with participants. RESULTS: A significant reduction in anxiety, nausea and vomiting, both pre-post single sessions and between different sessions, was observed. A significant increase in LF/HF and PedsQL scores was observed. Relevant themes also emerged from interviews. CONCLUSION: Results support the feasibility of introducing music therapy with adolescents undergoing chemotherapy. Perceived stress and psychological/physical wellbeing were improved in participants.

Music and Health Institute Terms

Adolescents; Cancer; Chemotherapy; Music Therapy; Nausea; Pain; Psychological Outcomes; Quality of Life; Stress

Indexed Terms

Antineoplastic Agents; Anxiety; Nausea; Neoplasms; Quality of Life; Stress; Vomiting; Adolescents; adolescents; Anticipation, Psychological; chemotherapy; Feasibility Studies; Heart Rate; nausea; pain; Pain; quality of life; vomiting

Study Type

Case Study; Qualitative Methods

Document Type

Article

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