Music therapy and reminiscence: A case study

Journal/Book: Clinical Gerontologist. 1982; 1: 76-77.

Abstract: Presents the case of a 78-yr-old woman suffering from exogenous depression who was treated in 7 1-hr group sessions using a combination of music/reminiscence therapy. Piano music, tape recordings, and records were used as well as life histories of the composers and an overview of the historic time of the composition. S scored significantly higher on a geriatric depression scale after treatment than before.

Note: music/reminiscence therapy; 78 yr old female with exogenous depression

Keyword(s): Music therapy; retention ; case report; geriatric patients; depression emotion

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