Music Therapy is an established healthcare profession that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages. Music therapy improves the quality of life for persons who are well and meets the needs of children and adults with disabilities or illnesses. Music therapy interventions can be designed to:
- Promote wellness
- Manage stress
- Alleviate pain
- Express feelings
- Enhance memory
- Improve communications
- Promote physical rehabilitation
Research in music therapy supports its effectiveness in a wide variety of healthcare and educational settings.
Please consult The American Music Therapy Association (www.musictherapy.org) to receive a listing of certified music therapists in the Atlanta area.
Note, music therapy does not need to be performed by a therapist to be effective. Listening to the appropriate form of music can alter moods or assist quieting the mind for restorative sleep. There are many websites and local retailers available to purchase the appropriate music for your needs.
To request more information about suggested websites or local retailers, please contact us at: wecarefoundation@segynonc.com.
For more information on many of these treatments, visit the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (www.nccam.nih.gov/), the Cochrane collaboration Complementary Medicine Field (www.compmed.umm.edu/cochrane/index.html)and Duke Integrative Medicine (www.dukeintegrativemedicine.org). These are good sources of high-quality information when researching the safety and effectiveness of a particular treatment.
To request more information about The SEGO - We Care Foundation,
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