Regressional techniques in music therapy

Journal/Book: Music Therapy. 1981; 1: 3-8.

Abstract: Outlines the use of music therapy in the treatment of a 5-yr-old boy with mild mental retardation, delayed speech, emotional deprivation, and an inability to cope with stress. Therapy was aimed at helping S to regress to infant behavior so as to regain his lost spontaneity, while encouraging nonverbal self-expression, freedom of choice, and increased self-confidence. At the end of 18 mo, these goals had been achieved.

Note: regression through music therapy; self confidence & ability to cope with stress; 5 yr old with mild mental retardation

Keyword(s): Music therapy; child psychotherapy; educable mentally retarded; self esteem; preschool age children; case report; childhood

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