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KMID : 1159120200270010135
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Korean Journal of Rehabilitation Psychology
2020 Volume.27 No. 1 p.135 ~ p.152
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Participation Experiences of Patients with Parkinson’s Disease in Group Singing Activities
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Park So-Ri
Han Eun-Young
Chong Hyun-Ju
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Abstract
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This study explored the experiences and benefits of group singing for patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Nineteen patients with PD participated in 24 singing sessions led by music therapists. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with participants after program completion. The contents of interview were analyzed using qualitative content analysis method. A total of 7 categories, 14 subcategories, and 174 semantic units emerged. Participants experienced ‘emotional ventilation (29.9%),’ ‘psychological stability (8.6%),' ‘change in self-perception (14.4%),' ‘increased free time (13.2%),' ‘change in lifestyle (6.3%),' ‘positive attitudes toward music (7.5%),' and ‘active interactions among group members (20.1%).' The findings indicate that, in addition to supporting vocal skills, group singing can alleviate some of the physical, emotional, and psychosocial difficulties triggered by PD. Participants expressed having a more positive perspective on life, and motivating to use music as a leisure activity. This study provides a clinical rationale for further use of group singing for patients with PD.
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KEYWORD
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Parkinson's disease, group singing, music therapy, qualitative content analysis
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