Date of Award
2018
Document Type
Thesis
Copyright Status, No Creative Commons License
All Rights Reserved
Degree Name
Master of Science in Music Therapy
Department
Music Therapy
First Advisor
Dr. Sangeeta Swamy
Abstract
Elderly individuals diagnosed with dementia seem to exhibit similar characteristics; anxiety, depression, isolation, pain, and accumulated stress. it is the desire of this researcher to investigate the role of entrainment on an elderly individuals stress and anxiety. The researcher conducts a mixed method study that evaluates quantitative measures such as heart rate and blood pressure, and qualitative measures through interviews. Overall, the findings lead the researcher to believe that entrainment in music therapy can affect an elderly individuals stress and anxiety in a positive way.
Related Pillar(s)
Study
Recommended Citation
Brennan, Francesca, "The Role of Entrainment on an Older Adult’s Stress and Anxiety: A Mixed Methods Study" (2018). Theses & Dissertations. 70.
https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/etd/70
