The musical background of a group of mentally retarded psychotic patients: Implications for music therapy

Author(s): Plutchik, R., Deutsch, R., Taketomo, Y.

Journal/Book: Journal of Music Therapy. 1973; 10: 78-82.

Abstract: Developed a detailed questionnaire (included in the article) to ascertain such information as the patient's musical preferences and musical aptitudes upon entering a ward music therapy program at a state mental hospital. 12 questionnaire responses from families of mentally retarded adult patients (over 16 yrs old) are analyzed. Patients reported to participate in musical group experience at home found it easier to participate in musical groups at the hospital. It is concluded that the use of this type of questionnaire to obtain information concerning the patients' previous musical experiences is helpful in planning, implementing, and evaluating a music therapy program.

Note: Using Smart Source Parsing Sum musical preferences & aptitude; mentally retarded psychotic patients; implications for music therapy

Keyword(s): Music therapy; musical ability; mentally retarded; psychosis

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