Therapeutic Music Intervention: Positive Outcomes for Adults with Health and Neuropsychiatric Challenges

Thirty-five residents of two long-term care facilities participated in a therapeutic music intervention. Undergraduates or staff created personalized music playlists for each participant, utilized for 6-12 weeks, from 1-6 hrs/wk. Qualitative data revealed positive changes in participants’ moods, behaviors and quality of life.