Integrative review of singing and music interventions for family carers of people living with dementia.

ABSTRACT: The majority of people living with dementia are cared for by their families. Family carers play a vital role in upholding the formal care system. Caring for a family member with dementia can be fulfilling. However, this role can have a considerable negative impact on family carers' mental and physical health and quality of life. Several empirical research studies have recently been conducted that explore the potential benefits of music interventions for family carers of people living with dementia. Singing has been the primary musical medium employed. This article presents the first review of this literature to date. It investigates the impact of music interventions on the health and well-being of family carers of people living with dementia, and how they experience and perceive these inte

SUBMITTER: Lee S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9162174 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature