Effect of Individualized Music on Agitation in Individuals With Dementia Who Live at Home
Journal
Journal of Gerontological Nursing
Year
2009
Abstract
This pilot study investigated the effect of individualized music on agitation in individuals with dementia who live at home. Fifteen individuals listened to their preferred music for 30 minutes prior to peak agitation time, two times per week for 2 weeks, followed by no music intervention for 2 weeks. The process was repeated once. The findings showed that mean agitation levels were significantly lower while listening to music than before listening to the music. The findings of this pilot study suggest the importance of music intervention for individuals with dementia who live at home.
Music and Health Institute Terms
Agitation; Alzheimer's and Related Dementias; Home Setting; Music Listening; Neurodegenerative Disorders
Indexed Terms
Dementia; Mental Disorders; Pilot Projects
Study Type
Case Study; Qualitative Methods
PubMed ID
19681563
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Park, H., & Pringle Specht, J. K. (2009). Effect of Individualized Music on Agitation in Individuals With Dementia Who Live at Home. Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 35 (8), 47-55. Retrieved from https://remix.berklee.edu/mhi-citations/248