Long-term perspectives of family quality of life following music therapy with young children on the autism spectrum: A phenomenological study

Abstract

Background: Parents of children on the autism spectrum have consistently reported feeling uncertain in their parenting role, and desire more practical advice from service providers about how to support their child in the home. There is growing recognition of the need for interventions to provide support to the family as well as fostering child development outcomes. Objective: This study explores mothers' follow-up perspectives of family-centered music therapy (FCMT) four years after participating in a 16-week home-based program, and therefore provides a unique longterm viewpoint on FCMT outcomes. Methods: Eight mothers who previously participated in FCMT sessions with their young children on..