Effects of a music therapy strategy on depressed older adults

Author(s): Thompson, L. W.

Journal/Book: J Gerontol. 1994; 49: 1275 K Street NW, Suite 350, Washington, DC 20005-4006. Gerontological Society Amer. P265-P269.

Abstract: Examined the effect of a music listening, stress-reduction strategy, offered through home visits with a therapist compared to self-administered techniques with moderate and indirect therapist contact. 30 Ss (aged 61-86 yrs) diagnosed with major or minor depressive disorder were randomly assigned to 1 of 3 conditions: a home-based music therapy (MT), self-administered MT, or a wait-list control group. Ss in both music conditions performed significantly better than controls on measures of depression, distress, self-esteem, and mood. The potential for this type of intervention with homebound elders and others who have limited access to services is discussed.

Note: Article SB Hanser, Alzheimers Assoc, 330 Distel Court, Los Altos, CA 94022 USA home based music therapy with therapist vs self administered techniques; depression & self esteem & distress & mood; depressed 61 86 yr olds

Keyword(s): Major depression; music therapy; home visiting programs; self help techniques; aged ; very old; self esteem; distress ; adulthood

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