How does music therapy help?

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Music therapy helps people with autism connect, express, and grow—using the power of music at every stage of life.

 

**Is a supplemental therapeutic option for any age.

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Across the Lifespan:

• Children may use music therapy to learn language, build focus, or regulate emotions.

• Teens can explore identity, reduce anxiety, and connect socially.

• Adults may use it for relaxation, independence, or coping with life changes.

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Improves Communication

• Music can help people who struggle to speak express themselves through sounds, rhythm, or lyrics.

• It can also teach turn-taking, listening, and using words or gestures.

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Supports Social Skills

• Playing music in a group helps with sharing, making eye contact, and working with others.

• It’s a fun way to connect without needing lots of words.

 

Builds Emotional Understanding

• Music helps people recognize feelings—like happy, sad, or calm—both in themselves and others.

• It’s a safe way to explore emotions without pressure.

 

Reduces Stress and Anxiety

• Music can have a calming effect and help people relax when they’re overwhelmed or overstimulated.

• It becomes a tool for self-soothing and emotional control.

 

Encourages Movement and Coordination

• Dancing or moving to music helps improve motor skills, balance, and body awareness.

 

Supports Learning and Memory

• Songs with repetition or rhythm can help teach daily routines, academic skills, or life skills in a fun way that sticks.

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