The Use of Music to Decrease Agitated Behaviour of the Demented Elderly: The State of the Science
Journal
Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences
Year
2001
Volume
15
Issue
2
First Page
165
Last Page
73
Abstract
This paper reviews the state of the science of interventions using music to decrease the agitated behaviour of the demented elderly person. Seven research articles were located through computerized databases. The review of the literature suggested that music therapy is a useful intervention to help patients deal with a range of behaviour problems. However, overall weakness and limitations of studies are considerable. More rigorous research designs are required to evaluate the immediate and sustained physiological, psychological and sociological effects of music therapy on agitation behaviours of demented elderly. Some recommendations for future research are provided.
Music and Health Institute Terms
Agitation; Alzheimer's and Related Dementias; Elderly; Music and Healing; Neurodegenerative Disorders; Psychological Outcomes; Symptom Management
Indexed Terms
Elderly; Dementia; Mental Disorders; United States
Study Type
Editorial, Opinions, Position Papers
Disciplines
Geriatrics
PubMed ID
12078630
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Lou, M. F., "The Use of Music to Decrease Agitated Behaviour of the Demented Elderly: The State of the Science" (2001). Research on Music and Dementia. 204.
https://remix.berklee.edu/mhi-music-dementia/204