Einflusse aktiver Musiktherapie auf Stimmungen und Immunkompetenz psychosomatischer Patienten. (The effects of active music therapy on mood and immune function of patients with psychosomatic disorders.)

Author(s): Horhold, M., Bosel, R., Kage, A., et al.

Journal/Book: Psychologische Beitrage. 1994; 36: 198-204.

Abstract: Studied the effects of active music therapy on mood and immune function in inpatients with psychosomatic disorders. Six adults with mixed psychosomatic disorders participated in 10 group music-therapy sessions involving active participation in instrumental and vocal improvisation to activate dimensions of preverbal experience. Before and after each session, Ss' salivary immunoglobin A and cortisol levels were determined, and their mood was assessed with a questionnaire. After each session, Ss completed a questionnaire assessing their positive and negative experiences in the music therapy group. (English abstract)

Note: active music therapy; mood & immune function; inpatients with mixed psychosomatic disorders; Germany

Keyword(s): Music therapy; emotional states; immunology ; psychosomatic disorders; adulthood

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