The Power of Music and Inclusivity at the Bedside

Area of Science:

• Music Therapy
• Patient-Centered Care
• Healthcare Interventions

Background:

• Music therapy is a growing field utilizing music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals.
• Person-centered care (PCC) emphasizes individual autonomy, preferences, and values in healthcare.
• Integrating PCC into music therapy can enhance treatment efficacy and patient satisfaction.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine the application and impact of person-centered care (PCC) principles within music therapy interventions.
• To explore how tailoring music therapy to individual patient needs influences therapeutic outcomes.
• To identify best practices for implementing PCC in music therapy settings.

Main Methods:

• A systematic literature review was conducted to identify studies employing person-centered care in music therapy.
• Qualitative and quantitative data were synthesized to assess the effectiveness of PCC-informed music therapy.
• Key themes related to patient engagement, therapeutic alliance, and individualized goal setting were analyzed.

Main Results:

• Studies integrating PCC in music therapy reported improved patient engagement and satisfaction.
• Individualized music choices and therapeutic approaches significantly correlated with positive outcomes.
• Music therapists utilizing PCC demonstrated enhanced ability to address complex patient needs.

Conclusions:

• Person-centered care is a vital component for effective music therapy, promoting individualized and responsive interventions.
• Implementing PCC in music therapy enhances the therapeutic relationship and optimizes patient-centered outcomes.
• Further research should focus on standardized methods for integrating PCC across diverse music therapy populations.