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ArticleContemporary clinical trials communications2019

Evaluation of the Music Engagement Program for people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia: Study protocol for a pilot trial.

Amelia Gulliver, Georgia Pike, Michelle Banfield, Alyssa R Morse, Natasha Katruss, Melanie Pescud, Mitchell McMaster, Harley Valerius, Susan West

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Article in Contemporary clinical trials communications, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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3 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 11 citations in OpenAlex.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

9 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Amelia GulliverCentre for Mental Health Research, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Georgia PikeCentre for Research on Ageing, Health, and Wellbeing, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Michelle BanfieldCentre for Mental Health Research, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Alyssa R MorseCentre for Mental Health Research, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Natasha KatrussCentre for Mental Health Research, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Melanie PescudMenzies Centre for Health Policy, School of Regulation and Global Governance (REGNET), The Australian National University, Australia.
Mitchell McMasterCentre for Research on Ageing, Health, and Wellbeing, Research School of Population Health, The Australian National University, Australia.
Harley ValeriusAltius Group, Canberra, Australia.
Susan WestSchool of Education, School of Theology, Charles Sturt University, Australia.
Australian National University · AUCharles Sturt University · AU

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAlzheimer's disease and dementia are prevalent conditions globally. People with Alzheimer's disease and dementia commonly experience mental health problems, negative emotional states, and behavioural disturbance. Music therapy has previously been used in this population to improve symptoms of mental health problems; however, there is a paucity of evidence-based programs that also explore positive outcomes such as overall quality of life, social outcomes, as well as the acceptability and sustainability of these programs.

aimsThis project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the specialised Music Engagement Program (MEP) in improving quality of life, wellbeing, and depression symptoms, in aged-care residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. The project also aims to explore how the MEP could be applied and maintained on a broader level throughout the aged-care community.

methodsThe intervention will take place over 8 weeks in an aged-care facility for people living with dementia in Canberra, Australia. Weekly 45-60-min group singing sessions will be led by a music facilitator.

resultsThe results of the study will be submitted for publication in relevant academic journals and mental health conferences, disseminated to participants on request, to the residential care facility, and via the lead researcher's website.

conclusionsThis study can provide an indication of the feasibility of the MEP in enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Further investigation will be required to establish the MEP's ability to be maintained on an ongoing basis with minimal costs and administrative support.

trial registrationAustralian New Zealand Clinical Trial Registry (ANZCTR): ACTRN12618001690246.

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Alzheimer's diseaseANU, The Australian National UniversityDementiaDepressionFeasibilityInterventionMEP, Music Engagement ProgramMusic

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PMCPMC6661543
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