INTRODUCTION

Music therapy is a specialized field that focuses on the use of music to promote health and wellbeing. It is a holistic form of therapy that addresses an individual's physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs. Music therapy can be effective in treating a wide variety of mental and physical health issues.

The roots of music therapy can be traced back to the 1700s when musicians began to use music to improve the mental and physical health of patients in hospitals. At this time, music was seen as a tool for relaxation and distraction. In the 1800s, doctors and nurses began to recognize the therapeutic potential of music. Since then, music therapy has evolved into a highly specialized field that is used today in many healthcare settings.

Music therapy is a collaborative practice where music therapists work with clients to identify their specific needs and provide an individualized treatment plan. Music therapists use their knowledge and understanding of the psychological and physiological effects of music to help clients address their challenges. They use various techniques such as improvisation, song writing, lyric discussion, composition, music listening, and more to provide a comprehensive approach to therapy.

Music therapy is a growing field with a diverse range of applications. It is used in a variety of settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, school systems, hospice care, and community health centers. It can help individuals dealing with mental health issues, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, chronic pain, and other medical conditions.

Music therapy has a long history of helping people from all walks of life. Today, it is a respected field of professional practice that provides an effective and creative approach to healing.

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BY BASAS,AQUISHA KRISNAH O. 03