The author also states that music provides a means of creative self-expression, nonverbal communication, memory, and most importantly, lets the group have fun. Hearing the Voice of People with Dementia. Jessica Kingsley Publishing, 1993. The author tells of how a music therapist enabled people with dementia to express emotions by playing various percussion instruments. A careful selection of music was used to mirror moods and express repressed feelings.
Music therapy is effective in stimulating interest and communication.
National Health and Publishing Coordination. Confronting Alzheimer's Disease. Knowing how to recognize and diagnose Alzheimer's Disease is described in this book. Areas which should be addressed and assessed during a session include emotional, motor, language, social, spiritual, and cognitive status. Journal of Music Therapy .