Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
A person must deal with issues impacting their mental and social welfare in addition to the physical ageing process throughout this time of transition known as old age. Various illnesses-related disabilities, loneliness, inadequate family support, limited personal autonomy and financial dependence are significant contributing factors to the increased occurrence of mental and behavioural disorders such anxiety and depression. According to research, listening to music can aid in emotional expression, stress management, cognitive enhancement, physical rehabilitation and improved communication. Seniors who receive music therapy benefit from reduced stress and cleansing. It makes children feel accomplished and upbeat while also assisting with relaxation and social skill development. The research was conducted at the selected old age homes of the city. The population for this study was 120 elderly people above 60 year of age group. Written consent was obtained. The instrument was given to subjects in the experimental and control groups for a pre-test during the course of a 21-day pilot research. The researcher provided 20 minutes of music therapy to the experimental group every 21 days. Both the experimental and control groups conducted a post-test on the twenty-first day. The instrument demonstrated feasibility and dependability when utilised as the Standardised Hamilton Depression and Anxiety Scales. The gathered information was organised and collated to show the study's conclusions. A maximum of 18 samples (30%) in the experimental group belonged to the age group of 71-75, whereas 29 samples (48.3%) in the control group belonged to the age group of 75 years and above. Four people (6.6%) in the experimental group had extremely severe depression. Eleven people or 18.3%, in the control group had really severe depression. Compared to the mean pre-test depression score of 18.65, the experimental group's mean post-test depression score was lower, at 10.03. Compared to the mean pre-test anxiety score of 21.23, the experimental group's mean post-test anxiety score was lower at 12.90. Music therapy is effective in reducing level of depression and anxiety which is denoted by significant level of Depression and Anxiety.
How to cite this article:
Kanwaljeet Kaur and Ulka Balu Wadagale. Assess the Effectiveness of Music Therapy on Depression and Anxiety Among Elderly People in Selected Old Age Homes of The City.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.12.151.155
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.12.151.155