Kern, Petra (Editor)
Early childhood music therapy and autism spectrum disorder Kern, Petra (Editor) - Second edition - London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2019 - 320 pages ; 25 cm.
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This updated book offers a comprehensive understanding of music therapy services for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families in home, preschool, and community settings. It addresses recent diagnostic features, evidence-based practices, and effective music therapy interventions backed by rigorous scientific evidence. Determining eligibility, gathering information, and identifying intervention goals for children with ASD are addressed in the assessment chapter followed by prominent approaches applied in music therapy practice. Managing sensory processing and communication issues that may interfere with everyday life is discussed from an interdisciplinary perspective. Inclusion and family practices, effective advocacy efforts, and a reflection of life journeys of four music therapists who are parents of children with ASD conclude the 15 engaging and resourceful chapters.
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1. Music therapy for children.
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Early childhood music therapy and autism spectrum disorder Kern, Petra (Editor) - Second edition - London : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2019 - 320 pages ; 25 cm.
Includes indexes
This updated book offers a comprehensive understanding of music therapy services for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families in home, preschool, and community settings. It addresses recent diagnostic features, evidence-based practices, and effective music therapy interventions backed by rigorous scientific evidence. Determining eligibility, gathering information, and identifying intervention goals for children with ASD are addressed in the assessment chapter followed by prominent approaches applied in music therapy practice. Managing sensory processing and communication issues that may interfere with everyday life is discussed from an interdisciplinary perspective. Inclusion and family practices, effective advocacy efforts, and a reflection of life journeys of four music therapists who are parents of children with ASD conclude the 15 engaging and resourceful chapters.
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British Library
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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Edinburgh Napier University
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NHS Wales Libraries
National Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
Queen Mary University of London Library
Trinity College Dublin Library
9781785927751 Paperback
1. Music therapy for children.
2. Autistic children -- Education.
