Music Therapy, An Introduction

Music Therapy, An Introduction by Jacqueline Schmidt Peters. Published by Charles C Thomas Publisher, Springfield, IL, 1987. 2nd Edition. Hardbound, no DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: VG. Some text underlined in ink. 171 Pgs. ISBN 0398052840. LCCN 86-14484. This book provides an overview of basic information regarding the practice of music therapy-including historical development, principles and procedures, and areas of clinical practice. It also encompasses specific arenas where music therapy is successfully applied, such as for persons who have mental retardation, learning disabilities, hearing and/or visual impairments, autism, mental or behavioral disorders, and severe, multiple disabilities. Populations include individuals suffering with depression or anxiety disorders, psychiatric patients, alcoholics and substance abusers, persons with traumatic brain damage, and individuals with AIDS. It describes how music therapy can be used in the treatment of children and adolescents as well as the elderly and terminally ill. There is also a chapter on using this approach to therapy to promote wellness and well-being, providing examples of music experiences that can facilitate relaxation and stress reduction, improve coping and problem-solving abilities, and promote healthy habits. Description text copyright 2011 BooksForComfort. Item ID 25452.