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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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Exploring the rehabilitative potential of familiar song for a child with acute DoC: A single case analysis of EEG and time-locked video
2025
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Janeen Bower, Sebastien Corlette, Wendy Magee, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Nordic Journal of Music Therapy
Country
Australia

Read a case study exploring the impact of a familiar song, presented by a credentialed music therapist, on arousal and awareness in an 11 year old child with an acute disorder of consciousness. Results showed more signs of arousal and awareness during the song condition, as compared to a spoken word and a white-noise condition. 

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The development and face validity of the music therapy sensory instrument for cognition, consciousness, and awareness (MuSICCA)
2025
Type of reference
Scientific publications
Author
Jonathan Pool, Wendy Magee, Richard Siegert, et al.
Language
English
Source / Publisher
Frontiers in Psychology
Country
United States (USA)
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Spain
United Kingdom (UK)

Read an article reporting on the first phase of the assessment of a new tool, the music therapy sensory instrument for cognition, consciousness, and awareness (MuSICCA), used for assessing awareness and consciousness in pediatric disorders of consciousness (DoC). Raters agreed that MuSICCA's appears to be effective in assessing consciousness and awareness, and is suitable for use with children and young people.