“We’ve got a special connection”: qualitative analysis of descriptions of change in the parent–child relationship by mothers of young children with autism spectrum disorder

Thompson, Grace; McFerran, Katrina Skewes

doi:10.1080/08098131.2013.858762

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“…These studies indicate that music therapy interventions that involve the family can have a positive impact on the parent–child relationship in both the individual and group settings. 58 , 59 Table 1 illustrates the range of parental-report tools used to evaluate the effect of music therapy interventions from a sampling of the music therapy literature.…”

Section: Outcomes From a Parental Perspectivementioning

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“…FCMT has been applied by music therapy professionals to improve engagement within the community and with the child–parent relationship. 18 , 58 , 59 FCMT incorporates exercises that promote parent–child relationships using music as a way to engage the child in the experiences. Therefore, this approach is supporting both the parent–child relationship and skill development.…”

Section: Strategies For Improved Outcomesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Social outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder: a review of music therapy outcomes

LaGasse

2017

PROM

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects approximately one in 68 children, substantially affecting the child’s ability to acquire social skills. The application of effective interventions to facilitate and develop social skills is essential due to the lifelong impact that social skills may have on independence and functioning. Research indicates that music therapy can improve social outcomes in children with ASD. Outcome measures are primarily assessed using standardized nonmusical scales of social functioning from the parent or clinician perspective. Certified music therapists may also assess musical engagement and outcomes as a part of the individual’s profile. These measures provide an assessment of the individual’s social functioning within the music therapy session and generalizability to nonmusical settings.

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Section: Outcomes From a Parental Perspectivementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Strategies For Improved Outcomesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Social outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder: a review of music therapy outcomes

LaGasse

2017

PROM

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“…However, no significant effects were observed in language skills or general social responsiveness. Thompson and McFerran (2015) conducted semi-structured interviews with 11 mothers who had participated in family-centered music therapy sessions along with their child. In seeking to understand the change in the parent-child relationship due to FCMT, the researchers identified three aspects of positive change to the parent-child relationship: the quality of the relationship, the parents' perception of the child and the parents' response to the child.…”

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Parent perceptions of music therapy in an on-campus clinic for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Schwartzberg

Silverman

2016

Musicae Scientiae

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Although researchers have investigated parent perceptions of family-based group music therapy sessions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), no researcher has examined parent perceptions of individual music therapy sessions for children with ASD in a university-based clinic. The purpose of this study was to understand parent perceptions of individual music therapy sessions in an on-campus university clinic for children with ASD. Research questions included: (a) How do parents of children with ASD perceive music therapy in an on-campus clinic? (b) How might parents differentiate music therapy from other treatments their child may be receiving? Four mothers of children with ASD receiving music therapy participated separately in semi-structured interviews. Using an inductive approach to thematic analysis, the authors identified and established code categories and themes during repeated readings of the data. Parents perceived music therapy to be a meaningful treatment for their children with ASD and five themes emerged: 1) music therapy is a unique and enjoyable multisensory approach that engages and motivates their children and distinguishes itself from other therapies 2) working with music therapy students is beneficial for children with ASD as it provides a change of routine and fosters flexibility; 3) the collaborative approach benefits all aspects of treatment and promotes rapport and alliance; 4) gains and progress resultant of music therapy generalize to other settings; 5) parents independently implement techniques used in music therapy in other settings. Implications for clinical practice and suggestions for future research are provided.

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“…In 12 of the 13 eligible studies, authors describe sampling children with specific needs: 2 in palliative care settings (Lindenfelser et al, 2008, 2012), 5 with autistic spectrum disorders (Allgood, 2005; Oldfield, 2003; Schwartzberg and Silverman, 2017; Thompson, 2017; Thompson and McFerran, 2015) and 5 with other disabilities or ‘special educational needs’ (Archer, 2004; Chiang, 2008; Flower, 2014; Gutierrez-Jimenéz and Franco, 2018; Kaenampornpan, 2015). One did not specify referral reasons, as the study took place in a context where children were seen for a variety of reasons (Procter, 2005).…”

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Parents’ perspectives on their children’s music therapy: A synthesis of qualitative literature

Annesley

McKeown

Curtis-Tyler

2020

British Journal of Music Therapy

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There is no existing qualitative synthesis of the music therapy literature on parents’ perspectives on their children’s music therapy. This study seeks to fill this gap, motivated by the first author’s experiences as a clinician/researcher. A systematic search of health databases, hand searches of key journals and searches of doctoral theses were undertaken to identify relevant studies. Thirteen studies which met inclusion criteria, including a total of 102 participants, were identified. Relevant data were extracted from these studies for comparison and analysis, with quality of studies assessed using the CASP appraisal tool. Findings were analysed following procedures of thematic synthesis. Six descriptive themes were grouped into three analytic themes: Parents perceived positive impacts of music therapy on their children; parents experienced music therapy as a nurturing environment for themselves and their children; and some parents experienced challenges to their engagement with music therapy. Most studies (12/13) explored parents’ perceptions of music therapy where they were included in sessions. The findings identify positive perceptions of family-centred models of music therapy for children and parents. Parents’ perceptions of children were altered positively through experiencing them in new ways in music therapy. Parents also perceived positive outcomes for their children. These findings identify an emphasis in the qualitative literature on parents’ perceptions on research into music therapy which includes parents in sessions. Only one study explored perceptions of a model where parents were not present during their child’s sessions. More research is needed into parents’ perceptions of music therapy where parents are not present during sessions. Further intervention studies into family-centred models of music therapy with children are also recommended.

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“We’ve got a special connection”: qualitative analysis of descriptions of change in the parent–child relationship by mothers of young children with autism spectrum disorder

Cited by 31 publications

References 30 publications

Social outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder: a review of music therapy outcomes

Social outcomes in children with autism spectrum disorder: a review of music therapy outcomes

Parent perceptions of music therapy in an on-campus clinic for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Parents’ perspectives on their children’s music therapy: A synthesis of qualitative literature

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