Abstract
This thesis was conducted as a systematic review. A systematic review is an assessment and evaluation of current research that attempts to answer a clinical question. The purpose of this systematic review was to attempt to answer the following clinical question: Are there high-quality studies that document the effectiveness of using music in speech and language therapy with preschool aged children and children with autism? This review also attempted to identify future research implications and needs. Nine studies were reviewed and critiqued; six preschool based studies and three autism based studies. Results indicated a general positive change in speech and language outcomes when music is incorporated into speech and language therapy. However, future research needs to be conducted by professionals in the communication disorders field using well designed studies and relevant outcomes to ensure evidence based practice is used among practicing clinicians.
Advisor
Patricia Hargrove
Committee Member
Bonnie Lund
Committee Member
Karen Hurlbutt
Date of Degree
2011
Language
english
Document Type
Thesis
Degree
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services
College
Allied Health and Nursing
Recommended Citation
Johanson, J. K. (2011). Utilizing music in speech and language therapy for preschool children and children with autism: A systematic review. [Master’s thesis, Minnesota State University, Mankato]. Cornerstone: A Collection of Scholarly and Creative Works for Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/etds/42/
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