A Search for Wholeness: Songs of Healing for Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Katurah Ruth Leonard (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
- Advisor
- Cathy McKinney
Abstract: The purpose of this Creative Project is to provide the clinician with a resource of
songs specifically related to common issues that adolescents face, particularly those
adolescents with emotional and/or behavioral disorders. Issues addressed through these
songs include teen pregnancy, divorce, addictions, loneliness, depression,
boyfriend/girlfriend relationships, various forms of abuse, abandonment, and hope. Each
song is meant to evoke discussion and thoughtfulness from the listener. As a result of
listening to a particular song within this project, the clinician might choose to have the
client write her/his own verse or version on that particular topic. A review of literature is
provided to enhance one’s understanding of how these disorders may originate in the
adolescent. Additionally, the literature regarding the proven usefulness of implementing
various music therapy techniques, specifically song writing, is discussed. Finally, the
complete musical notation of twelve self-composed songs related to various issues that
affect adolescents is included in this Creative Project. Each song comes with a detailed
description of its meaning, its intended use, and contraindications.
A Search for Wholeness: Songs of Healing for Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Thesis
- Leonard, K.R. (2010). A Search for Wholeness: Songs of Healing for Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Unpublished master's thesis. Appalachian State University, Boone, NC.
- Language: English
- Date: 2010