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Depression is a common symptom in schizophrenia and can negatively affect treatment. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of goal‑oriented dance or movement therapy on depressive symptoms in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Though the evidence of the role of the arts in mental health is growing, no systematic review has focused on the impact of art groups in non-clinical settings in the process of recovery following the CHIME framework. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Fractures are common accidents for long-term hospitalized patients with schizophrenia (SZ) in psychiatric hospitals, and once they occur, patients usually endure the pain of fractures for a long time. Accumulating evidence has supported the implementation of dance/movement therapy (DMT) as a promising intervention for patients with SZ. However, no research has been conducted to investigate its role in balance ability in SZ. This study was designed to investigate the efficacy of a 12-week DMT intervention in bone mineral density and balance ability in patients with SZ using a randomized, controlled trial design. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This review highlights the potential for community interventions to reach marginalised groups that may not access health services. Despite the lack of robust evidence, the included trials did show promising effects of community interventions on anxiety and depression
Music can stimulate the parts of the brain that regulate the pleasure receptors. Music is also neurologically unique in the way that it stimulates various parts of the brain at once. This suggests that in people with dementia if some parts of the brain are affected music can still reach other parts. Evidence suggests that music can have beneficial effects for people with dementia, such as reduction in agitation. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study supports previous literature and shows the various wellbeing benefits of arts group participation for older adults, highlighting that the activity has the potential to promote healthy aging.
Expressive writing is a promising tool to heal the wounds with words. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Older adults with MCI who participated in the CrEAS program improved their neuropsychological outcomes and QoL and reduced their rate of cognitive deterioration.
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The majority of people with dementia (PwD) live in the community. Compared to institutionalised PwD, their access to formalised music therapy is limited. Initial works suggest that non-therapist-led music-based interventions (MBIs) may be an accessible and effective alternative. To read the full article, choose “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Persistent pain significantly impacts daily living. Visual arts interventions can have positive outcomes, but little is known about benefits for people with persistent pain. This study aimed to explore participant experiences of utilising visual art in expressing and managing their persistent pain experience through a visual diary. To read the full article, log in using your NHS OpenAthens details.
Reminiscence therapy is an alternative to pharmaceutical intervention provided during long-term care, especially for individuals with dementia. However, the effects of reminiscence therapy in dementia care remain inconclusive.. To read the full article, log in using your MPFT NHS OpenAthens details.