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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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Dr Jeanette Tamplin discusses Neurorehabilitation and Music Therapy
2016
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Australian Music Therapy Association
Keywords
Interview with a music therapist
Instrumental playing
Neurologic music therapy
Neurorehabilitation
Rhythmic entrainment
Voice work
Neurologic conditions
Adults

Dr. Jeanette Tamplin is a professor, researcher, and Registered Music Therapist in Australia. She explains how music therapy helps with neurorehabilitation among people with neurologic conditions and injuries.

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DRUM-PD: The Use of a Drum Circle to Improve the Symptoms and Signs of Parkinson's Disease (PD)
2016
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Alexander Pantelyat, Candace Syres, Suzanne Reichwein, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Mouvement Disorders Clinical Practice
Keywords
Research article
Parkinson's disease
Drum circle
Gross motor skills
Quality of life
Rhythmic entrainment
Ageing related disorders
Neurologic conditions
Elderly

This pilot controlled prospective and cohort trial assessed feasibility and effects of twice-weekly group West African drum circle classes for 6 weeks on Parkinson's Disease (PD) patients’ quality of life, symptoms, motor findings, cognition, and mood. Drum circle classes significantly and reversibly improved quality of life in patients with PD.

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RMTs Change Lives Series - Episode 3 - Thomo's Story
2016
Type of reference
General information
Language
English
Subtitle
English
Source / Publisher
Australian Music Therapy Association
Keywords
Testimonial
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Memory skills
Rhythmic entrainment
Instrumental playing
Neurologic music therapy
Neurorehabilitation
Neurologic conditions
Physical disabilities
Adults

Testimonial of a gentleman in Australia who participated in music therapy after experiencing a dirt bike accident. He explains how music therapy helped his neurorehabilitation, such as walking, and memory skills.

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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
Keywords
Research article
Prison
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Attention
Singing
Hyperarousal
Neurologic music therapy
Rhythmic entrainment
Mental health
Trauma
Adults

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.

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