The objective of this study was to investigate the applicability and effectiveness of the use of music in providing for positive physical and mental outcomes in nursing facilities. Problem: Lack of quality of life (QOL) has been a significant issue within nursing facilities. With the rise in […]
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A new research study ‘Mental Health of Children & Young People in England, 2020’ identified that 1 in 6 (16%) children and young people aged between 5 to 16 years have a “Probable Mental Health Disorder”. Increasing from 1 in 9 (10.8%) since 2017 and evident in both boys and girls. Commissioned by NHS Digital…
An increasing number of research studies support the benefits of providing music therapy in addition to standard treatment for people who have mental disorders. The objective of this paper was to review and summarise recent research findings in relation to this work. Method: A review of music […] Click here to view original web page…
Background Agitation is common, persistent and distressing in dementia and is linked with care breakdown. Psychotropic medication is often ineffective or harmful, but the evidence regarding non-pharmacological interventions is unclear. Objectives We systematically reviewed and synthesised the evidence for clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions for reducing agitation in dementia, considering dementia severity, the…
The task of bathing uncooperative patients with middle to late dementia constantly challenges caregivers who must balance the important ethical concerns of maintaining patient autonomy/dignity while also meeting basic physical needs. The agitation associated with bathing is expressed in a multitude of behaviors ranging from physical and verbal combativeness to avoidance and hiding. The purpose…
Music therapy is demonstrated to be effective to relieve the agitation among people with dementia, but the comparative effectiveness of methods of music engagement for people with dementia is uncertain. Objective: To evaluate the effects on cognitive functions and behavioral symptoms between interactive and receptive music therapies […] Click here to view original web page…
It’s proof that music has a real, positive effect on the brain. Some songs could actually make you happier, says Dr Jacob Jolij, a researcher in cognitive neuroscience. He has come up with a formula that judges the capacity of a song to make you feel good. The songs that he studied were evaulated according to…
