Elementary Vocal Therapy for Families With Autism Children: the Benefits and Harms of Lullabies
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This article is devoted to current psychological problems typical for families raising children with autism. The advantages and disadvantages of existing methods of providing psychological assistance to such families are shown. An assessment of the Scientific Music Therapy resources in solving the problem is carried out. The article also presents the results of an original study on the clinical application of the elementary vocal therapy method, an important element of which s lullabies performed by mothers of children with autism. This innovative approach pays special attention to the selection of a song repertoire that meets the correctional tasks, as well as the processing of the mother's voice, giving it softness and melodiousness. That has a therapeutic effect on the psyche of the autistic child and contributes to the formation of a favorable family atmosphere.
Source: Medicine and Art
Author: Natal'ya Eremina
Language: English
Topic: Music Therapy and Health
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4405679248