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Exploring and Expressing Emotions Through Dance

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"This free learning video series was developed by autism specialist Michelle Lazar, MA, MT-BC, Veronica...
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Empowering Others Through Music: The Impact of Music Therapy Certification

Music therapy is a powerful and effective form of therapy that utilizes the healing properties...
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Empowering Children with Speech Therapy: Tips and Strategies for Parents

IntroductionSpeech therapy is a crucial intervention for children who have speech and language disorders. It...
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Drumming Resources for Home

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Photo by Greta Hoffman on Pexels.com Music Therapy Works has created this wonderful resource for...
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Developmental Music Making at Home: Practical Tools for Parents and Carers

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Photo by Tatiana Syrikova on Pexels.com Music Therapy Works has created this wonderful resource for...
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Dancing Through Your Emotions: A Look into Virtual Dance Therapy Sessions

Introduction: The Power of Dance Therapy in Expressing EmotionsDance therapy is a form of expressive...
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Dancing Through Trauma: How Dance Therapy Helps Children Heal

Trauma in children can manifest in a variety of ways, including behavioral issues, emotional disturbances...
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Dancing Through Life: How Dance Therapy Can Help You Cope with Stress and Find Inner Peace

Dance therapy is a form of expressive therapy that uses movement and dance to promote...
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Dancing Away the Pain: Exploring the Power of Dance Therapy for Chronic Conditions

Dance therapy, also known as dance movement therapy, is a form of expressive therapy that...
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Dancing Away Anxiety: How Movement Can Improve Mental Health

Movement and mental health have a strong and undeniable connection. Physical activity has been shown...
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Dance Your Way to Wellness: The Impact of Dance Therapy Certification

Dance therapy certification is a powerful tool that harnesses the healing and transformative power of...
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Dance Your Stress Away: The Power of Virtual Dance Therapy

Introduction to Virtual Dance TherapyVirtual dance therapy is a form of therapy that combines movement...
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Coloring Outside the Lines: Exploring the Benefits of Art Therapy for Kids

Art therapy for kids is a form of therapy that utilizes the creative process of...
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Challenging Misconceptions: Debunking Myths About Intellectual Disability

Introduction: The Importance of Challenging Misconceptions About Intellectual DisabilityIntellectual disability is a condition characterized by...
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Building a Stronger Community: The Impact of Autism Support Services in Australia

Introduction: Understanding the Importance of Autism Support ServicesAutism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects individuals...
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Breaking the Stigma: Why ADHD Support Groups are Essential for Parents and Carers in Australia

IntroductionAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults...
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Breaking the Stigma: How Arts Therapy is Changing the Conversation on Mental Health for Older Australians

Introduction: The Importance of Addressing Mental Health in Older AustraliansMental health is a crucial aspect...
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Breaking the Pain Cycle: How Occupational Therapy Can Help Older Adults in Australia

IntroductionPain management is a crucial aspect of healthcare for older adults. As individuals age, they...
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Breaking Free from Emotional Pain: A Guide to Somatic Therapy Techniques

IntroductionEmotional pain and physical sensations are deeply interconnected. When we experience emotional pain, it often...
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Breaking Down the Myths: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

IntroductionAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects individuals in various ways. It...
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Breaking Down the Myths and Misconceptions About Occupational Therapy

IntroductionOccupational therapy is a vital component of healthcare that focuses on helping individuals of all...
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Breaking Down the Importance of Early Intervention for Children

Early intervention refers to the support and services provided to children with developmental delays or...
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Breaking Down the Basics: Understanding the Most Popular Movement Frameworks and How They Can Benefit You

IntroductionMovement frameworks are structured systems or methods of exercise that provide a framework for individuals...
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Breaking Down Behavior Support: Strategies for Success

Behavior support is a crucial aspect of providing care and assistance to individuals with challenging...
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Breaking Down Barriers: The Importance of Speech Therapy for Children with Autism

IntroductionAutism is a developmental disorder that affects communication and social interaction skills. Children with autism...
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Breaking Barriers: How Early Intervention is Changing the Lives of Children with Down Syndrome in Australia

Introduction: Understanding Down Syndrome and Early InterventionDown Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the...
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Breaking Barriers: How Assistive Technology is Revolutionizing Accessibility

Assistive technology refers to any device, equipment, or system that helps individuals with disabilities perform...
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Beyond Words: Exploring the Fascinating World of Non-Verbal Communication

IntroductionNon-verbal communication is a fundamental aspect of human interaction. It refers to the messages we...
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Art Therapy Workshops: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing

Art therapy is a powerful form of therapy that utilizes the creative process of making...
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Art as Medicine: The Role of Art Therapy in Managing Chronic Illness

Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that utilizes the creative process of making art...
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Art as Medicine: How Art Therapy is Changing the Lives of Dementia Patients

Art therapy has been gaining recognition as an effective form of treatment for individuals with...
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Art as a Tool for Healing: 5 Engaging Activities to Promote Mental Wellness

Art has long been recognized as a powerful tool for promoting mental wellness. Whether it's...
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Aging Gracefully: How Speech Therapy Can Improve Quality of Life for NDIS Participants in Australia

IntroductionSpeech therapy is a crucial aspect of care for aging participants in the National Disability...
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5 Ways to Use Music in Therapy for Children with Autism

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Photo by cottonbro on Pexels.com Here are five ways you can use music in therapy...
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5 Songs to Help Children with Autism Speak

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Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com "The following five songs build momentum and anticipation by...
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4 Attention Grabber Chants for Elementary School Special Education

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10 Simple Ways to Boost Your Wellness Today

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IntroductionMaintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for overall well-being and longevity. It encompasses various aspects...
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“So You Want In?”: How to Become a Music Therapist

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So, you want to be a Music Therapist? You're not the only one. Read to...
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“Not A Magic Pill”: Is Music as Universal as We Believe it to be?

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Photo by Alex Andrews on Pexels.com Doctor Alison Short, who is the Academic Course Advisor...
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“Let’s Play!”: 5 Common Music Therapy Activities

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Photo by Any Lane from Pexels More than relaxing to soothing tunes, or working-out to...
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Music and dementia: researchers are still making discoveries about how songs can help sufferers
Music and dementia: researchers are still making discoveries about how songs can help sufferers

Music has a powerful effect on the brain. View More

Music therapy could help manage the pain of bereavement
Music therapy could help manage the pain of bereavement

Research suggests that music therapy can help support people before and after a loved one’s death. View More

How music heals us, even when it’s sad – by a neuroscientist leading a new study of musical therapy
How music heals us, even when it’s sad – by a neuroscientist leading a new study of musical therapy

Music therapy has been shown to help people suffering with cancer, chronic pain and depression. Our research is testing which parts of the brain are affected by different kinds of View More

How music therapy can help rebuild the lives of refugees
How music therapy can help rebuild the lives of refugees

Music therapy offers a flexible and accessible way of supporting wellbeing and addressing traumatic experiences. View More

Drawing, making music and writing poetry can support healing and bring more humanity to health care in US hospitals
Drawing, making music and writing poetry can support healing and bring more humanity to health care in US hospitals

Art, music and poetry therapy can help patients feel more optimistic and less isolated as well as to embrace the uncertainty that comes with illness. View More

How an African church choir made a difference to care home life in Greater Manchester
How an African church choir made a difference to care home life in Greater Manchester

Singing, as a communal exercise, can break down social barriers, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing. View More

What’s your school closures playlist? Why music should be part of parents’ pandemic survival strategy
What’s your school closures playlist? Why music should be part of parents’ pandemic survival strategy

Family music sharing is a way to safely express emotions during school closures, for both children and parents. View More

Anxiety: a playlist to calm the mind from a music therapist
Anxiety: a playlist to calm the mind from a music therapist

Soothing tunes for anxious times. View More

High-tech concert hall measures brain waves and heart rates during performances
High-tech concert hall measures brain waves and heart rates during performances

McMaster University’s LIVELab is a concert hall where researchers study how sound is produced and experienced, leading to therapeutic applications of music. View More

Curious Kids: is it OK to listen to music while studying?
Curious Kids: is it OK to listen to music while studying?

Research suggest it’s probably fine to listen to music while you’re studying - with some caveats. View More

How music therapy can help anxious children
How music therapy can help anxious children

Music for pleasure, self-expression and emotional regulation. View More

Music therapy improves the health of premature babies and boosts parental bonding
Music therapy improves the health of premature babies and boosts parental bonding

Soothing babies with song is a natural instinct for some parents, and research has shown just how powerful it can be for premature babies. View More

Creative arts therapies can help people with dementia socialise and express their grief
Creative arts therapies can help people with dementia socialise and express their grief

Creative arts therapies allow people with dementia to express joy and sadness through painting, dance, music and drama. View More

Singing death: why music and grief go hand in hand
Singing death: why music and grief go hand in hand

From spontaneous mass singing after a terror attack to Irish laments, music reflects the painful, complex and laborious task of mourning. View More

The healing power of hip hop
The healing power of hip hop

Hip hop often gets a bad rap but for therapists and teachers it can be a transformative tool. View More

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