Definition and Examples

Music therapy is defined by the Canadian Association for Music Therapy (CAMT) as the skillful use of music and musical elements by an accredited music therapist. It is a discipline which combines the use of music with the personal qualities of the therapist as a treatment for rehabilitating, maintaining, and improving the lives of persons with emotional, cognitive, social, spiritual, psychological and physical needs.

Follow the links below for more detailed information about music therapy and a particular clinical area:

Alzheimers Disease
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Palliative Care
Mental Health
Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Brain Injury
Personal Growth
Community Mental Health
Mentally Challenged
Children with Emotional Disorders
Stress Management
Childbirth and Neonatal Care
Substance Abuse
Physical Disabilities
Hearing Impaired
Pain
Schizophrenia
Geriatrics
Dementia Care
Developmental Delay
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