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The purpose of our resources database is to provide an easy access to knowledge about music therapy and its application with a diverse array of clientele, and to help answer questions from a diversity of visitors seeking information about music therapy. 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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A music therapy group intervention in an Italian prison: The subjective impact of a pilot program
2026
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Lorenzo Pelizza, Beatrice Urbani, Bruno Veneri, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
The Arts in Psychotherapy
Country
Italy

Read an article exploring group music therapy in an Italian prison. Results indicated that song creation should be included in this context to foster the prisoners' self-expression and reflection.

Short-Term Music Therapy Attention and Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMAART) for Prisoners with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Feasibility Study
2019
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Clare Macfarlane, Erik Masthoff, Laurien Hakvoort
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Journal of Forensic Psychology Research and Practice
Country
Netherlands

A pilot study of a the SMAART music therapy protocol shows that it can help prisoners with a Post Traumatic Stres Disorder (PTSD) in a Penitentiary Psychiatric Center. Neurologic music therapy techniques, guided breathing, singing and rhythmic exercises were effective in reducing hyperarousal and improving attention among participants.