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Exploring the impact of music concerts in promoting well-being in dementia care

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posted on 2023-06-09, 00:05 authored by Kagari Shibazaki, Nigel MarshallNigel Marshall
Objectives: This study explores the specific effects of live music concerts on the clients with dementia, their families and nursing staff/caregivers. Methods: Researchers attended 22 concerts in care facilities in England and Japan. Interviews were carried out with clients with dementia, nursing staff and family members. Observations were also carried out before, during and after the concerts. All observations were recorded in field notes. Results: The effect of the concerts in both countries was seen to be beneficial to all clients and nursing staff, whether or not they attended the concert. Interviews with clients with mild to mid-stage dementia noted increased levels of cooperation, interaction and conversation. Those with more advanced forms of dementia exhibited decreased levels of agitation and anti-social behaviour. Staff members reported increased levels of care, cooperation and opportunities for assessment. Family members noted an increase in the levels of well-being in their partner/parent as well as in themselves. The study also suggested that the knowledge of musical components, an awareness of the rules of music and specific musical preferences appear to remain well beyond the time when other cognitive skills and abilities have disappeared. Conclusions: This initial study provided some further indication in terms of the uses of music as a non-pharmacological intervention for those living with all stages of dementia. These included opportunities for assessment of physical abilities as well as facilitating an increasing level of care.

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  • Published

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Journal

Aging and Mental Health

ISSN

1360-7863

Publisher

Taylor & Francis

Issue

5

Volume

21

Page range

468-476

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  • Education Publications

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Peer reviewed?

  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2016-01-19

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2016-01-20

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