Acta Psychologia
Vol. 2 No. 3 (2023): Oktober: Psychology and Health

Exploring the Efficacy of Music Therapy in Alleviating Depressive Symptoms among Young Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Anewa Kahewa (Unknown)
Christin Anastasya (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2020

Abstract

This research investigates the efficacy of music therapy in reducing depressive symptoms among young adults, offering a comprehensive exploration of both quantitative and qualitative dimensions. Employing a randomized controlled trial (RCT) design, participants aged 18 to 25 were randomly assigned to either a music therapy intervention group or a control group. Quantitative analyses, including t-tests and ANOVA, revealed a statistically significant reduction in depressive symptoms among the music therapy group. Qualitative insights highlighted themes of emotional expression, increased self-awareness, and a sense of connection. The findings underscore the therapeutic potential of music therapy, aligning with and enriching existing literature. Implications include the integration of music therapy into mental health programs, personalized interventions for young adults, and future research exploring individual factors and longitudinal effects.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Psychologia

Publisher

Subject

Religion Humanities Education Public Health

Description

The Acta Psychologia is an open-access and peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing novel research in the field of psychology. Details on our focus and scope can be viewed here. Acta Psychologia is published Four times a year and accepts current research articles that have the potential to make ...