A systematic review of music therapy practice and outcomes with acute adult psychiatric in-patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

There is an emerging evidence base for the use of music therapy in the treatment of severe mental illness. Whilst different models of music therapy have been developed in mental health care, none have specifically accounted for the features and context of acute in-patient settings. This review aimed to identify how music therapy is provided for acute adult psychiatric in-patients and what outcomes have been reported.

Review methods

A systematic review using medical, psychological and music therapy databases. Papers describing music therapy with acute adult psychiatric in-patients were included. Analysis utilised narrative synthesis.

Results

98 papers were identified, of which 35 reported research findings. Open group work and active music mak

SUBMITTER: Carr C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3732280 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature