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Exploratory Study on the Impact on Emotional Health Derived from Participation in an Inclusive Choir
Borja Juan-Morera1, Icíar Nadal-García1, Belén López-Casanova1
1Department of Musical, Plastic and Corporal Expression, University of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 13, 2024
Summary
Participating in inclusive choirs significantly enhances emotional well-being. Members reported improved self-esteem, belonging, and reduced anxiety and depression, highlighting the choir as a supportive space.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Music Therapy
Background:
- Group activities like choirs positively influence emotional health.
- Inclusive choirs foster social interaction, emotional expression, and inclusion for diverse individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of inclusive choir participation on members' emotional health.
- To identify positive and negative emotional outcomes and personal experiences.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal exploratory study using participant observation, field notes, focus groups, and questionnaires.
- Conducted in an inclusive choir in Spain with diverse participants.
- Analysis of participant narratives to understand emotional experiences.
Main Results:
- Most participants showed significant emotional well-being improvements.
- Increased self-esteem, sense of belonging, and reduced anxiety and depression symptoms were reported.
- The choir served as a safe space for emotional expression and relationship building.
Conclusions:
- Inclusive choir participation positively impacts members' emotional health.
- Choirs offer a valuable avenue for social connection and mental health support.
- The inclusive nature of the choir enhances its benefits for diverse populations.
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