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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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Songs created by military service members in music therapy: A retrospective analysis
2019
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Joke Bradt, Jacelyn Biondo, Rebecca Vaudreuil
Language
English
Source / Publisher
The Arts in Psychotherapy
Country
United States (USA)
Keywords
Research article
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Mental health

This study analyzed songs written by active-duty military personnel who participated in music therapy sessions and were living with psychological health conditions and/or mild traumatic brain injury. These songs highlighted the challenges faced by the participants and gave them the opportunity to share their thoughts and feelings with their loved ones for the first time.

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Trauma treatment in music therapy with veterans and military service members: A content analysis of current techniques, rationales and theoretical foundations
2022
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Kristen Stewart
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Music and Medicine: An Interdisciplinary Journal
Country
United States (USA)
Keywords
Research article
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Veterans
Mental health
Trauma
Adults

This article reviews existing research on the use of music therapy to support veterans and military personnel. It identifies primary music therapy techniques utilized in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to best meet their broad and complex needs.

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VA care, music therapy help Chicago Veteran overcome PTSD
2016
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Country
United States (USA)
Keywords
Interview
Testimonial
Anxiety
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Veterans
Singing
Drum circle
Mental health
Trauma
Adults

Air Force veteran Christopher Smith shares how music therapy helped him deal with the anxiety of almost losing his eyesight. Through drumming and singing, he found a way of coping with PTSD.

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