Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease
Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease
Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease (pronunciation: /ˈmjuːzɪk θɛrəpi fɔːr æltsˈhaɪmərz dɪˈziːz/) is a therapeutic intervention that uses music to improve the quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
Etymology
The term "music therapy" is derived from the Greek words "mousike" (music) and "therapeia" (healing). The term "Alzheimer's disease" is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German psychiatrist and neurologist who first described the condition in 1906.
Definition
Music therapy is a clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program. In the context of Alzheimer's disease, music therapy is used to stimulate cognitive function, evoke memories, and improve mood and social interaction.
Related Terms
- Alzheimer's disease: A progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking skills, and the ability to carry out simple tasks.
- Music therapy: A therapeutic approach that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals.
- Cognitive function: Mental processes that allow us to carry out any task.
- Memory: The mental capacity to store, retain, and recall information.
- Social interaction: The exchange between two or more individuals and is a building block of society.
Application
Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease involves the use of music to stimulate cognitive function, evoke memories, and improve mood and social interaction. This can be achieved through various methods, such as singing, playing musical instruments, listening to music, and moving to music. The choice of music is often personalized to the individual's preferences and past experiences to maximize its effectiveness.
Benefits
Music therapy has been found to have several benefits for individuals with Alzheimer's disease. These include improved memory recall, positive changes in mood and emotional states, a sense of control over life, non-pharmacological management of pain and discomfort, stimulation which promotes interest even when other approaches are ineffective, and an opportunity to interact socially with others.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease
- Wikipedia's article - Music therapy for Alzheimer's disease
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