Abstract
This chapter explores what music therapy is and how it can be applied therapeutically to raise the quality of life in people with dementia. It reports on music therapy research showing evidence of its efficacy in dementia care and offers ideas for carers and families to enhance their relationships and caring experiences.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Creative Approaches in Dementia Care |
Editors | Hilary Lee, Trevor Adams |
Place of Publication | U.S. |
Publisher | Palgrave Macmillan |
Pages | 91-109 |
Number of pages | 19 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780230231658 |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |