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This database contains 2 studies, archived under the term: "bibliotherapy"

A randomized controlled trial exploring the effect of music on agitated behaviours and anxiety in older people with dementia

Objectives: This study, as part of a larger programme of research, sought to investigate the effect that participation in a 40-min live group music programme, involving facilitated engagement with song-singing and listening, three times a week for eight weeks, had on agitation and anxiety in older people with dementia.; Methods: A randomized cross-over design, with […]

A randomized controlled trial exploring the effect of music on quality of life and depression in older people with dementia

This randomized controlled trial investigated the effect of live music on quality of life and depression in 47 older people with dementia using the Dementia Quality of Life and Geriatric Depression Scale. The control/reading group reported higher mid-point feelings of belonging than the music group (F(1, 45) = 6.672, p < .05). Sub-analyses of >or= […]

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