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The purpose of our database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele.  We therefore propose a selection of pertinent references, however not exhaustive, given that each week more research and other information are published around the world. 

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Qué es la musicoterapia? - Marcela Lichtensztejn
2009
Type of reference
General information
Language
Spanish
Subtitle
Spanish
Source / Publisher
Fundación INECO
Keywords
Presentation by music therapist
Rehabilitation Center
Workshops
Communication
Enhance mood
Emotional expression
Cognitive functions
Interdisciplinarity
Group music therapy
Individual music therapy
Neurologic music therapy
Quality of life

In this video (in Spanish), Marcela Lichtensztejn, a music therapist in Argentina, provides a description of music therapy. She explains what music therapy is, its therapeutic benefits, how it can be applied clinically, who can benefit, and how it can affect the brain. Please note that the sound quality in the second half of the video is inaudible.

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The multimodal vibroacoustic music therapy for functional neurological disorder: The MTFUND clinical protocol and initial impressions from multiple perspectives
2024
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Mikaela Leandertz, Esa Ala-Ruona
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Approaches: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Music Therapy
Keywords
Research article
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
Active music therapy
Improvisation
Interdisciplinarity
Managing symptoms
Receptive music therapy
Neurologic conditions
Adults

This study explored how vibroacoustic therapy and active music therapy can be integrated to help individuals with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). It investigated participants’ experiences in treatment and enhancing manage symptoms.

Read the abstract of the scientific article