Integrative Music Therapy: A Healing Intervention.

Author: Barnes TB1
Affiliation:
1Thomas Bryan Barnes, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, is passionate about music therapy and would like nurses to have a better understanding of Integrative Music Therapy.
Conference/Journal: J Christ Nurs.
Date published: 2018 Apr/Jun
Other: Volume ID: 35 , Issue ID: 2 , Pages: 100-105 , Special Notes: doi: 10.1097/CNJ.0000000000000479. , Word Count: 84


Music plays a significant role in the lives of individuals across the lifespan. Some healthcare providers may not appreciate music therapy and the positive benefits it can have on the environment, patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff. Integrative Music Therapy (IMT) has proven to be effective in multiple settings, offering therapy for behavioral, emotional, physiological, psychological, and psychosocial needs. IMT, performed by a trained, certified professional (MT-BC), does not seek to replace medication or other procedures, but works synergistically with provided healthcare.

PMID: 29521906 DOI: 10.1097/CNJ.0000000000000479

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