Wlodarczyk (2007)
Topic: Effect of music therapy on spirituality.
Key MT Strategies:
Song singing
Improvisation
Music as a Life Review
Music for Prayer or Worship
Gift Songs
Results:
MT sessions stimulated more subject-initiated discussions of spiritual issues
75% Requested Spiritual Music
35% Initiated Discussion of Spiritual Issues
Statistically significant increase in spiritual well-being scores on music days
Kirkland, et. al (2014)
Topic: Useful intervention strategies used in music therapy and spiritual care collaboration
Key MT Strategies:
Ambient music played during arrival and departure
Utilization of the iso principle
Flexibility
Results:
MT provided an outlet for: social involvement and cohesion, inclusion, identity, attachment and belonging, interaction, expression, positive moods, and comfort.
Cook & Silverman (2013)
Topic: Effects of music therapy on spirituality, oncology population
Key MT Strategies:
Preferred music
Structure
Autonomy Support
Active Involvement
Results:
All interviewees stated MT addressed spiritual needs
MT made a positive difference in faith, peace, and meaning in life
Theme 1: MT helped patients feel closer to God
Theme 2: MT elevated mood
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