Music Therapy Engages Children with Autism in Outdoor Play
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Sort Desciption: music may help bridge the gap between children with autism and their peers. A study,published in the Journal of Music Therapy,is the first ...
Content Inside: #39 | February 2007 Music Therapy Engages Children with Autism in Outdoor Play C ontinued Snapshots are summaries of research articles,books,and other publications by researchers at the FPG Child Development Institute at UNC-Chapel Hill.Permission is granted to reprint this article if you acknowledge FPG and the authors of the article on which this Snapshot is based. For more information,call the FPG Publications Office at 919-966-4221 or email <FPGpublications@unc.edu>.Visit us at <www.fpg.unc.edu>. T he unstructured space , running , climbing , sliding , and loud nature of playground time can be overwhelming for children with autism who thrive on predictable and structured routines.As a result,these preschoolers often do not experience the learning and social development benefits from outdoor play seen in their typically developing classmates.However,new research suggests that music may help bridge the gap between children with autism and their peers. A study,published in the Journal of Music Therapy,is the first to examine strategies to promote positive peer interactions during outdoor play for preschoolers with autism in inclusive child care programs.Autism is a complex developmental disorder that affects verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction,and is associated with repetitive and restricted behaviors.One reason children with autism benefit from attending inclusive classrooms is they have the opportunity to engage with their peers. Previous research shows that children with autism have an interest in and respond positively to music.Research also finds that playground time for young children is important for learning and social development.This study used an embedded music therapy intervention as a consultative service (one in which the therapist provides guidance,information and training to regular classroom teachers) to encourage peer interaction. The study evaluated four preschoolers with autism—Eric,Ben,Phil ...
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