Journal article
'Stroke a chord': The effect of singing in a community choir on mood and social engagement for people living with aphasia following a stroke
J Tamplin, FA Baker, B Jones, A Way, S Lee
Neurorehabilitation | Published : 2013
DOI: 10.3233/NRE-130916
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Communication deficits resulting from aphasia can negatively impact stroke survivors' relationships and social participation. Despite their difficulties, singing is accessible and enjoyable for many people with aphasia. OBJECTIVES: To explore the effects of group singing for people with aphasia. METHODS: A community choir was established and facilitated by a neurologic music therapist. Mood (General Health Questionnaire-12; Visual Analogue Mood Scale), communication, cognition and global functioning (Stroke Impact Scale-3) and social functioning (Sense of Belonging Instrument) were measured before, and at 12-weeks and 20-weeks after joining the choir. Three choir members and five..
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Awarded by Helen McPherson Trust
Funding Acknowledgements
Authors would like to thank the choir members and caregivers who participated in this study, while also acknowledging the input of all choir members who have contributed to making the choir enjoyable for all. We would also like to thank the members of the steering committee who are not named authors: Jack Mulholland, Wendy Lyons, Sue Scott, Glenda Basinski, Katie Kirby, and Sarah Wilson, and the choir accompanist Leon Moore. Funding for the conduct of this choir was provided by the Helen McPherson Trust (grant number 6258) and the Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV).