Exploring Music-Based Interventions for Executive Functioning and Emotional Well-Being in Stroke Rehabilitation: A...

Area of Science:

• Neurorehabilitation
• Clinical Psychology
• Music Therapy

Background:

• Stroke is a primary cause of long-term disability, necessitating comprehensive rehabilitation strategies.
• Addressing executive functions (EFs) and emotional well-being (EWB) is crucial for stroke recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review music-based interventions (MBIs), including music therapy (MT), for EFs and EWB in adults post-stroke.
• To identify research findings and inform clinical practice and future research directions.

Main Methods:

• A scoping review of studies was conducted.
• Searches included databases like APA PsycInfo and CINAHL, plus grey literature.
• 49 studies with 1663 participants were analyzed.

Main Results:

• Music interventions were utilized in 49 studies, with 32 focusing on MT.
• Executive functions were assessed in 20.41% and emotional well-being in 61.22% of studies.
• A significant majority (73.47%) of studies reported positive outcomes for music interventions.

Conclusions:

• Music interventions demonstrate potential benefits for executive functions and emotional well-being during stroke recovery.
• Further research with standardized protocols and neuroimaging is recommended to support evidence-based clinical decisions.