Music therapy promotes self-determination in young people with autism spectrum disorder. Issue 2 (2nd April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gadberry, Anita L.; Harrison, Angela
• Is Part Of: International journal of school & educational psychology. Volume 4:Issue 2(2016)
• Page Start: 95
• Page End: 98
• Publication Date: 2016-04-02
• Subjects: music therapy -- autism spectrum disorder -- quality of life -- self-determination; Educational psychology -- Periodicals; Educational psychology; Periodicals; 370.15
• DOI: 10.1080/21683603.2016.1130580
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2168-3611

Abstract

Abstract : Self-determination leads to a higher quality of life, yet many individuals with autism spectrum disorder struggle with the component skills necessary for self-determination. Music therapy is one method of treatment for persons with autism spectrum disorder and has the ability to improve or develop skills in communication, self-awareness, socialization, and decision making. Two components of evidence-based practice (clinical expertise and scientific research) are presented in this article describing how music therapy facilitates self-determination.