Journal
PSYCHOLOGY OF MUSIC
Volume 50, Issue 2, Pages 530-547Publisher
SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC
DOI: 10.1177/03057356211005844
Keywords
music therapy; dementia; caregivers; songwriting; qualitative; experience
Funding
- Institute of Older People and Social Services (Government of Spain)
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The study explores the experience of caregivers in a collaborative process of group therapeutic songwriting (GTSW) and found that it generates a sense of connection, empowerment, and well-being while promoting emotional expression in a personal space. This qualitative research suggests that GTSW can be a therapeutic tool for caregivers to enhance connectivity and well-being.
Previous studies have shown the benefits of group therapeutic songwriting (GTSW) in the quality of life and well-being of caregivers of people with dementia. The objective of this study was to explore the experience of caregivers in a collaborative process of songwriting. Twenty-one caregivers divided into three groups received 12 60-min GTSW sessions led by a qualified music therapist. Inductive thematic analysis was used to analyze open-question questionnaires, a focus group, the last session video, and song lyrics. Four themes emerged: (1) GTSW generates a sense of connection, (2) it is a motivating, empowering, and meaningful experience, (3) it promotes emotional connection in a personal space, and (4) it increases well-being. Qualitative findings suggest that GTSW is a therapeutic tool that promotes caregivers' connectivity, expression of emotions, and well-being. Limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed.
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