Speech-Language Pathologists Knowledge of Music Therapy: Efforts in Promoting Interdisciplinary Practice

Date of Submission

Spring 2024

Document Type

Closed Research Project

Degree Name

Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Department

Speech-Language Pathology

First Advisor

Beatriz Barragan, PhD

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to better understand Speech-Language Pathologists knowledge of music therapy and its benefits on improving communication, cognition, and emotional regulation in dementia patients. If Speech-Language Pathologists are aware of the benefits of music therapy and know how to implement it, they could better promote interdisciplinary practice with music therapists. A total of 26 ASHA certified speech-language pathologists participated in his study. Participants were required to fill out a survey in its entirety. A Likert scale was used to measure the respondents’ attitudes by asking the extent to which they agree or disagree with a particular statement or question. The results from this study show that the majority of the participants have knowledge of music therapy and are willing to collaborate with music therapists, but likely need further education given limited instruction in their graduate school programs. From a review of the current music therapy literature and the results of this research study, it can be assumed that collaboration between music therapists and speech-language pathologists would positively influence behavior and cognitive-linguistic outcomes for patients with dementia.

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