Guided Imagery and Music During the Course of Active Treatment for Gynecologic Cancer: Results of a Feasibility Study
Journal
Music and Medicine
Year
2020
Abstract
This mixed-methods study investigated the feasibility of a series of short Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) sessions for 4 women with gynecologic cancer undergoing a course of active treatment, in a Greek hospital setting. Pre/post session measurements of HADS, FACT-G, semi-structured interviews following therapy, and therapists’ notes. The participants reported pre-post gains for hope and fatigue via 10-point Likert scales, but no consistent changes to self-reported anxiety and depression. In follow-up interviews, all participants reported that the music helped them cope with the disease and allowed them to deal with interpersonal and spiritual issues. GIM can be feasible for this population, provided that flexibility on scheduling and location are considered. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)
Music and Health Institute Terms
Anxiety; Cancer; Coping; Depression; Fatigue; Guided Imagery; Hospital Setting; Interpersonal Relations; Music and Imagery; Receptive Music Methods
Indexed Terms
Guided Imagery: Gynecological Disorders: Music: Neoplasms: Treatment: Hospitals: Adulthood (18 yrs & older): Thirties (30-39 yrs): Middle Age (40-64 yrs): Aged (65 yrs & older): Female
Study Type
Mixed Methods
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Papanikolaou, E., & McKinney. (2020). Guided Imagery and Music During the Course of Active Treatment for Gynecologic Cancer: Results of a Feasibility Study. Music and Medicine, 12 (3), 199-209. Retrieved from https://remix.berklee.edu/mhi-citations/2133