Song therapy is a
complementary therapy and definitions vary as to exactly what it is that
defines a complementary therapy. This does cause understandable confusion
and so we quote from a few organisations here to give some range of opinions
as to what a complementary therapy might offer.
Complementary and alternative treatments are health-related treatments
which are not part of mainstream medical care. They are thought to increase
well being, aid relaxation and promote good mental health. (Rethink
Mental Illness)
Complementary therapies are used alongside, or in addition
to, conventional medical treatments. They do not claim to cure cancer.
People use them to boost their physical or emotional health or to relieve
symptoms or side effects. Some have been scientifically tested to check
how effective and safe they are. (Macmillans Cancer Support)
Complementary therapies can be used alongside your usual medical
treatment
[they] tend to take a more holistic approach. So, they
aim to treat the whole person mind, body and spirit rather
than just the symptoms
there are many reasons why people may use
complementary therapies alongside prescribed medication, including: they
feel conventional medicine isnt controlling their symptoms; they
view complementary therapy as a way of taking control of their own health;
they enjoy the social aspect of having group therapy sessions, such as
yoga classes, or they see it as a way of having time to themselves; they
find complementary therapies relaxing. This can be very useful as stress
can make Parkinsons symptoms worse. (Parkinsons UK)
A complementary therapy means you can use it alongside your
conventional medical treatment. It may help you to feel better and cope
better with your cancer and treatment. (Cancer Research UK)
Perhaps it is reassuring
to know that there is a wealth of scientific evidence to support the positive
therapeutic impact of music and it is this research that forms the backbone
of our song therapy training.
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Therapy Course Notes and Assignments Copyright Nigel Neill 2019
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