音乐治疗在智障儿童教育康复中的作用

The Role of Music Therapy in the Rehabilitation of Mentally-retarded Children

音乐治疗师对于智障儿童的个性化治疗目标包括以下五个方面:治疗性的音乐体验可以有组织地促进正确的行为,减少不正确的行为;音乐活动可以促进和发展运动技能和学习能力;音乐治疗的体验可以促进语言的发展和增强语音能力;设计良好的治疗性音乐体验可以协助教授智障儿童掌握基本的技能,如注意力集中、听从指令、保持目光接触等;音乐治疗师可以帮助智障儿童在他们的闲暇时间里参与有意义的音乐活动,包括聆听和参与音乐演奏。

Music therapists working with mentally retarded children individualize treatment goals according to five broad categories. Therapeutic music experiences can be organised to promote appropriate behaviors and/or to minimize inappropriate behaviors. Music therapy can promote the development of motor skills and learning ability. Experiences in music therapy can enhance language development and improve vocal production. Wellplanned therapeutic music experiences can assist mentally retarded children to master basic skills, such as attention, following directions, maintaining eye contact, as well as the learning of difficult concepts. Music therapists can help mentally retarded children incorporate meaningful musical activities into their leisure time. This includes listening and performing.