The Role of Music Therapy in Psychiatry
Journal
Alternative Therapies In Health And Medicine
Year
2005
Volume
11
Issue
6
First Page
52
Last Page
3
Abstract
Music has soothed the souls of human beings for ages. It also has helped people recover from ailments since ancient times. Today, there is a widespread interest in the use of music therapy in treating psychiatric disorders. This article describes the various types of music therapy in use today and also offers insight into how music therapy can be incorporated into the management of psychiatric disorders and as an element of psychotherapy.
Music and Health Institute Terms
Mental Health; Music Listening; Music Medicine; Psychological Outcomes; Recorded Music Listening; Wellness and Well-Being
Indexed Terms
Mental Disorders; Models, Psychological; Psychotherapy; Relaxation Therapy; Spirituality
Study Type
Editorials, Opinions, Position Papers
Disciplines
Psychiatry and Psychology
PubMed ID
16320861
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
De Sousa, A. (2005). The Role of Music Therapy in Psychiatry. Alternative Therapies In Health And Medicine, 11 (6), 52-3. Retrieved from https://remix.berklee.edu/mhi-music-mental-health/107