Is music the best medicine? Using prescribed music to enhance quality of life for people with dementia and their carer
Is music the best medicine? Using prescribed music to enhance quality of life for people with dementia and their carer
Author(s):*Listed Alphabetically
Caine J
Year of Publication:
2013
Publisher(s):
Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services (IRISS)
Publication Type:
Report
Abstract:
Through a practitioner-research programme, the aim of this project was to: improve research developed by those delivering care for older people with dementia; improve awareness and access, and support engagement and collaboration.
The practitioner-research tested if preferred music (delivered via a personal MP3 player) could impact positively on the recipient’s mood and wellbeing and whether this would impact on their carer. In nearly all cases there was a positive impact on mood, helped by the fact that, with headphones, background distractions could be cut out. It also gave carers a break.
Participant Group: Older Adults
Art Forms: Music
Access Type: Free Download
APA Citation:
Caine, J. (2013). Is music the best medicine? Using prescribed music to enhance quality of life for people with dementia and their carer. Scotland: CRFR/Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services (IRISS).