Music Therapy and Addictions

Author: David Aldridge
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 0857002945
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Recent studies show that music can reach the parts of the human brain that are linked to addiction, and can function as an integral part of recovery. This research-based, practical book demonstrates how music and music therapy can be applied in a variety of treatment settings to bring about therapeutic change. Addictions such as alcohol, gambling and drugs are all covered in this interdisciplinary text, and chapters explore everything from the meaning of music in the lives of addicts to devising music therapy programs, enhancing coping strategies and preventing relapse. Lifestyle issues are also considered, along with the role of therapeutic communities, and connections in the brain between addiction, music, memory and emotion. The strategies outlined are relevant to addicts and recovering addicts of all ages. This book will be of interest to music therapists, substance abuse counsellors, and anybody else interested in the relationship between music and addiction and the therapeutic use of music.

Music and Altered States

Author: David Aldridge
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1843103737
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
An international collection examining the opportunities for using music-induced states of altered consciousness. The observations of the contributors cover a wide range of music types capable of inducing altered states. It will interest practicing music therapists, musicologists, and ethnomusicologists, students and academics in the field.

Music Therapy and Addictions

Author: David Aldridge
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1849050120
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Studies have shown that music is closely linked to addiction and can function as an integral part of recovery. This book demonstrates how music and music therapy can be applied in a variety of treatment settings to bring about therapeutic change. It is of interest to music therapists, and substance abuse counsellors.

Music Therapy in Mental Health for Illness Management and Recovery

Author: Michael J. Silverman
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0198735367
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 357

Book Description
Many music therapists work in adult mental health settings after qualifying. This book is an essential guide to psychiatric music therapy, providing the necessary breadth and depth to inform readers of the psychotherapeutic research base and show how music therapy can effectively and efficiently function within clinical practice

Music Therapy Handbook

Author: Barbara L. Wheeler
Publisher: Guilford Publications
ISBN: 1462518222
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 695

Book Description
Rich with case material, this groundbreaking volume provides a comprehensive overview of music therapy, from basic concepts to emerging clinical approaches. Experts review psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and developmental foundations and describe major techniques, including the Nordoff-Robbins model and the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery and Music. An expansive section on clinical applications examines music therapy with children and adults, as well as its recognized role in medical settings. Topics include autism spectrum disorder, school interventions, brain injury, and trauma. An authoritative resource for music therapists, the book also shows how music can be used by other mental health and medical professionals. The companion website features audio downloads illustrative of the Nordoff-Robbins model.

Group Cognitive Therapy for Addictions

Author: Amy Wenzel
Publisher: Guilford Press
ISBN: 146250566X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 290

Book Description
This pragmatic guide -- from a team of experts including cognitive therapy originator Aaron T. Beck -- describes how to implement proven cognitive and behavioral addiction treatment strategies in a group format. It provides a flexible framework for conducting ongoing therapy groups that are open to clients with any addictive behavior problem, at any stage of recovery. Practical ideas are presented for optimizing group processes and helping clients build essential skills for coping and relapse prevention. Grounded in decades of research, the book features rich case examples and reproducible clinical tools that can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

The Oxford Handbook of Music Therapy

Author: Jane Edwards
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199639752
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 1009

Book Description
Music therapy is growing internationally to be one of the leading evidence-based psychosocial allied health professions to meet needs across the lifespan. This is a comprehensive text on this topic. It presents exhaustive coverage of music therapy from international leaders in the field

Music Therapy in Palliative Care

Author: David Aldridge
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 9781853027390
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Within the last decade music therapists have developed their work with people who have life-threatening illnesses and with those who are dying. This book presents some of that work from music therapists working in different approaches, in different countries, showing how valuable the inclusion of music therapy in palliative care has already proved to be. It is important for the dying, or those with terminal illness, that approaches are used which integrate the physical, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions of their being. The contributors to this book emphasize the importance of working not only with the patient but with the ward situation, friends and family members. By offering patients the chance to be creative they become something other than patients - they become expressive beings, and there is an intimacy in music therapy that is important for those who are suffering. Many of the contributors write in their own personal voice, providing a particular insight which will be valuable not only to other music therapists seeking to enrich their own ways of working, but to all those involved in caring for the sick and the dying. Contributors describe their work with both children and adults living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other chronic degenerative diseases.

Rock to Recovery

Author: Wes Geer
Publisher: Around the Way Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 9781735529974
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 284

Book Description
Tens of thousands of Americans die from substance abuse and suicide each year. Millions more suffer from mental health disorders. Rock to Recovery -- an innovative, therapeutic music program serving more than one hundred addiction treatment and mental health facilities in the USA -- steps into the breach to offer participants help and hope. By writing, playing, and recording music as a group, non-musicians are able to build a community of support, find enthusiasm for treatment, and realize that recovery is possible. Veterans, trauma survivors, and those struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues can recover with connection. This book contains eighteen stories of people who have used Rock to Recovery's music program to live a better life. You too can use music to heal. "Music Is the Medicine!"

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy in the Treatment of Addiction

Author: Christos Kouimtsidis
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470058528
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
Treating individuals with a substance misuse problem can be challenging, especially if clients present with multiple problems related to the main addiction. Clinicians can feel at a loss as to where to begin, or revert to an attempt to treat underlying problems - ignoring damaging aspects of the substance misuse itself. At times referral to specialists may seem the only responsible way forward. Written by a team of clinical academics in the field of addictions, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy in the Treatment of Addictions is a ready reference for clinicians that offers a brief, evidence-based, collaborative approach that starts here and now. Client and therapist embark together on a journey to tackle the problem in a practical way. The book includes session tools, worksheets and daily thought records.