Research: ‘Hath Charms to Soothe…’: An Exploratory Study of How High-functioning Adults with ASD Experience Music

Authored by Allen, R., Hill E., and Heaton P. in Autism, Volume 13, Issue 1, p. 21-41, (2009).

Article summary (posted Feb 19, 2010):

Music therapy may be very helpful for adults with autism.

Twelve high-functioning adults with autism were asked about their personal experiences with music. Some of the adults said they liked using music to help change their moods, reduce loneliness, and have a sense of belonging. Some also said they liked performing music. Some of the adults liked the structure and melodies in classical music. And some adults liked the emotional, mood-changing aspects of pop music. The authors said that many people with autism may respond profoundly to music, and that music may be beneficial in many ways.

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adults with autism, autism, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), high-functioning autism, music therapy, therapy
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