The benefits of music therapy for palliative care patients in hospice

Research Paper (undergraduate) from the year 2023 in the subject Nursing Science - Palliative Care, grade: A, , language: English, abstract: Music therapy has emerged as a valuable adjunctive intervention in palliative care settings, specifically within hospice care. This systematic review aims to explore and summarize the benefits of music therapy. 6 relevant studies were identified and included in this review. The study discusses the potential benefits of music therapy for individuals receiving palliative care due to life-limiting illnesses. It highlights how music therapy can enhance the quality of life, manage symptoms, reduce stress and anxiety, and deliver palliative care. The study draws on existing research and emphasizes the potential of music therapy as a valuable form of supportive care for patients in hospice. Music therapy is an evidence-based approach that has been shown to provide a range of benefits for palliative care patients in hospice. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of music therapy in hospice care, and it is increasingly being recognized as a valuable form of supportive care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.