The Impact Of Music As A Therapy For Depression

The Impact Of Music As A Therapy For Depression
Abstract
This study was carried out on the impact of music as a therapy for depression using some selected primary healthcare centers in Ikoyi, Lagos State as a case study. The survey design was adopted and the simple random sampling techniques were employed in this study. The population size comprise of health workers in the selected primary healthcare centers in Ikoyi, Lagos State. In determining the sample size, the researcher conveniently selected 57 respondents and 53 were validated. Self-constructed and validated questionnaire was used for data collection. The collected and validated questionnaires were analyzed using frequency tables, and mean scores. While the hypothesis were tested using Chi-square statistical tool. The result of the findings reveals that the symptoms of depression include; feeling of worthlessness, poor concentration, feeling of sadness, angry outburst, loss of interest or pleasure anxiety, agitation and restlessness. The study also revealed that music therapy reduces the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies. Furthermore, the study revealed that music have a significant impact as a therapy for depression. Therefore, it is recommended that the masses should be enlightened on the need to practice and administer music therapy in home setting. This can be achieved through advocacy. And prevalence of depression among general outpatients is very high therefore use of screening instrument like PHQ2 for depression at general outpatient department with the aim of improving its identification and treatment should be encouraged. To mention but a few.
Table of Content
Chapter One:
Introduction
- 1.1 Background of the Study
- 1.2 Statement of the Problem
- 1.3 Objective of the Study
- 1.4 Research Questions
- 1.5 Research Hypothesis
- 1.6 Significance of the Study
- 1.7 Scope of the Study
- 1.8 Limitation of the Study
- 1.9 Definition of Terms
- 1.10 Organisations of the Study
Chapter Two:
Review of Literature
- 2.1 Conceptual Framework
- 2.2 Theoretical Framework
- 2.3 Empirical Review
Chapter Three:
Research Methodology
- 3.1 Research Design
- 3.2 Population of the Study
- 3.3 Sample Size Determination
- 3.4 Sample Size Selection Technique and Procedure
- 3.5 Research Instrument and Administration
- 3.6 Method of Data Collection
- 3.7 Method of Data Analysis
- 3.8 Validity of the Study
- 3.9 Reliability of the Study
- 3.10 Ethical Consideration
Chapter Four:
Data Presentation and Analysis
- 4.1 Data Presentation
- 4.2 Analysis of Data
- 4.3 Answering Research Questions
- 4.4 Test of Hypotheses
Chapter Five:
Summary, Conclusion and Recommendation
- 5.1 Summary
- 5.2 Conclusion
- 5.3 Recommendation
- References
- APPENDIX
- QUESTIONNAIRE
Chapter One
Introduction
1.1 Background to the Study
Depression, sometimes known as major depressive disorder, is a mood illness that causes you to feel unhappy or uninterested in life on a regular basis. Most people experience sadness or depression at times. It’s a natural response to failure or life’s difficulties. When acute melancholy, including feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness, lasts for many days to weeks and prevents you from enjoying your life, it may be more than melancholy. You may be suffering from chronic depression, a treatable medical disorder.
Depression is one of the most prominent and prevalent psychiatric illnesses worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, nearly 322 million people worldwide suffered from clinical depression in 2017. According to the World Health Organization, depression will be the second leading cause of morbidity after coronary disease by 2021 (WHO 2017). Depression may have a profound impact on the whole human person, resulting in psychological stress, loss of social function, decreased quality of life, and higher disability rates. The weighted prevalence of depression for both present and lifetime was 2.7 percent and 5.2 percent, respectively, suggesting that almost one in 40 and one in 20 people suffer from past and present depression. Depression was shown to be more prevalent in females, those aged 40 to 49, and those living in metropolitan areas. Depression has been linked to a variety of reasons, including genetics, psychological factors (negative self-concept, pessimism, fear, and compulsive states, among others), and psychological trauma (Sharanabasappa A, & Sunitha G.2019). Furthermore, drug addiction or chronic disorders might contribute to depression (Therese B. 2017).
The mainstay in pharmacological therapy for depression is antidepressants, which are both efficient and useful. Several trials have since shown that non-pharmacological treatments such as aromatherapy and psychotherapy are effective in the treatment of depression (Bradt J., Potvin N., Kesslick A., Shim M., Radl D., Schriver E., Gracely E.J., Komarnicky-Kocher L.T. 2015).
Music therapy is one of the non-pharmacological treatments that has gained prominence in the treatment of depression in recent decades (Bradt J. et al 2015). The American Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as the “clinical and evidence-based use of music intervention to achieve customized objectives within a therapeutic relationship by a certified practitioner who has completed an accredited music therapy program” (AMTA) (Leubner D. & Hinterberger T. 2017). Music therapy is a quick and easy-to-administer procedure. Listening, performing, writing, or engaging with music can be used in therapeutic environments. There is proof from previous studies that music therapy is effective in the treatment of depression in people of working age. Music is utilized to address a broad variety of health issues, from pain to emotional relationship issues and is effective in maintaining cognitive, physical, and emotional health. Starting therapy sessions with relaxation and revisiting therapeutic topics outside of treatment have been regarded as promising for resulting improvements. The arrangement of various musical notes boosts mental wellness and may therefore be utilized to control sad people’s unpleasant sensations and loneliness.
Therefore it is upon this premise that this study is set to examine The impact of music as a therapy for depression.
1.2 Statement of the Problem
Depression is a public health issue that creates major social dysfunction and enhances the usage of health-care services, especially where it goes undiagnosed and untreated. It is distinguished by psychiatric symptoms such as chronic low mood, anhedonia, anergia, weight fluctuations, poor or elevated appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor retardation or anxiety, feelings of worthlessness or undue shame, poor focus, and suicidal ideation. Other signs of depression include weeping spells, feeling isolated, a sense of energy, a heightened awareness of discomfort, anxiety, and irritability. The majority of these signs may be present on a continuous basis (every day or many days, most of the time) and can impair various degrees of personal, social, and professional everyday life working for at least two weeks. d. It is distinguished by psychiatric symptoms such as chronic low mood, anhedonia, anergia, weight fluctuations, poor or elevated appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor retardation or anxiety, feelings of worthlessness or undue shame, poor focus, and suicidal ideation. Other signs of depression include weeping spells, feeling isolated, a sense of energy, a heightened awareness of discomfort, anxiety, and irritability. The majority of these signs may be present on a continuous basis (every day or many days, most of the time) and can impair various degrees of personal, social, and professional everyday life working for at least two weeks.
In a resource-poor Nigerian climate, the family and societal ecology are rapidly shifting, which is conducive to the emergence of depression. Nigerians are expected to face more serious health problems due to the increasing prevalence of social inequality and national economic crisis if the tide is not turned. While successful therapies for depression are available in Nigeria, many individuals with depression do not have access to proper care, and enduring one episode of depression puts a person at risk for experiencing another episode and raises the likelihood of getting more depressive symptoms in the future. Although clinical researchers have proposed treatments for the treatment of depression that include both pharmaceutical and non-pharmacological treatments, it is important to consider how many individuals suffering from various episodes of depression can not afford pharmaceutical therapy and hence turn to non-pharmacological treatments such as music therapy. Many studies have shown that music may help with things like increasing awareness and sensitivity to pleasant emotions, as well as improving mental symptoms (Sharanabasappa A. et al 2019). Several studies have shown that classical, percussion (drumming-based), and jazz music may help with depression treatment. As a result, the purpose of this research was to look at the effectiveness of music therapy in lessening the severity of depression.
1.3 Objective of the Study
The overall aim of this study is to critically examine the impact of music as a therapy for depression. Hence, the study will be channeled to the following specific objectives;
- Examine the symptoms of depression
- Find out the factors that leads to depression.
- Determine the extent music therapy reduce the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies
- Ascertain whether music have a significant impact as a therapy for depression.
1.4 Research Question
The study will be guided by the following questions;
- What are the symptoms of depression?
- What are the factors that leads to depression?
- Do music therapy reduce the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies?
- Does music have a significant impact as a therapy for depression?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
- H0: Music therapy does not reduce the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies.
- H02: There is no significant impact of music as a therapy for depression.
1.6 Significance of the Study
This study will be significant to medical practitioners and adults who are prone to depressive tendencies. To adult, this study will enlighten them on the need to listen to genres of music that can uplift their spirit, make them happy and succor them when they feel challenged by frustrating situations . To medical personnel, this study will enable them to ascertain episode of depressive conditions which can simply be treated with non pharmacological therapies such as music thus prescribe them adequately for patients alongside other therapies of treatment. Finally this study will be helpful to medical student, it will contribute to the body of knowledge, serve as a reference material for other researchers and provide opportunities for further inquiry in depression studies.
1.7 The Scope of the Study
The scope of this study dwells on the impact of music as a therapy for depression. Specifically it will examine the symptoms and factors that leads to depression. It will Determine the extent music therapy reduce the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies. However this study is limited to selected hospitals in Ikoyi, Lagos State.
1.8 Limitation of the Study
The following posed to be a constraints to the study
Financial Constraint
Insufficient fund tends to impede the efficiency of the researcher in sourcing for the relevant materials, literature or information and in the process of data collection (internet, questionnaire and interview).
Time Constraint
The researcher will simultaneously engage in this study with other academic work. This consequently will cut down on the time devoted for the research work.
However in the midst above mentioned limitation the researcher devotedly ensured that the purpose of the study was actualized.
1.9 The Definition of Terms
Depression:
Depression is a mood disorder that can affect a person’s daily life. It may be described as feelings of sadness, loss, or anger. Depression is a common mental health problem that involves a low mood and a loss of interest in activities.
Therapy:
A therapy or medical treatment is the attempted remediation of a health problem, usually following a medical diagnosis.
Music:
Music is an art of sound in time that expresses ideas and emotions in significant forms through the elements of rhythm, melody, harmony, and color
Pharmacological Therapy:
Pharmacotherapy (pharmacology) is the treatment of a disorder or disease with medication. In the treatment of addiction or depression, anti-depressant medications are used to reduce the intensity of withdrawal symptoms and reduce the severity of depression
Non-Pharmacological Therapy:
Non-pharmacological pain therapy refers to interventions that do not involve the use of medications to treat pain. The goals of non-pharmacological interventions are to decrease fear, distress and anxiety, and to reduce pain and provide patients with a sense of control.
1.10 Organization of the Study
This research work is organized in five chapters, for easy understanding, as follows.
- Chapter one is concern with the introduction, which consist of the (overview, of the study), historical background, statement of problem, objectives of the study, research hypotheses, significance of the study, scope and limitation of the study, definition of terms and historical background of the study.
- Chapter two highlights the theoretical framework on which the study is based, thus the review of related literature. Chapter three deals on the research design and methodology adopted in the study.
- Chapter four concentrate on the data collection and analysis and presentation of finding.
- Chapter five gives summary, conclusion, and recommendations made of the study.
Chapter Five
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations:
5.1 Introduction
This chapter summarizes the findings on the impact of music as a therapy for depression using some selected primary healthcare centers in Ikoyi, Lagos State as a case study. The chapter consists of summary of the study, conclusions, and recommendations.
5.2 Summary of the Study
In this study, our focus was on the impact of music as a therapy for depression using some selected primary healthcare centers in Ikoyi, Lagos State as a case study. The study is was specifically carried out to examine the symptoms of depression, find out the factors that leads to depression, determine the extent music therapy reduce the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies, and ascertain whether music have a significant impact as a therapy for depression.
The study adopted the survey research design and randomly enrolled participants in the study. A total of 50 responses were validated from the enrolled participants where all respondent were health workers in the selected primary healthcare centers in Ikoyi, Lagos State.
5.3 Conclusions
Based on the findings of this study, the researcher concluded that;
- The symptoms of depression include; feeling of worthlessness, poor concentration, feeling of sadness, angry outburst, loss of interest or pleasure anxiety, agitation and restlessness.
- The factors that leads to depression include: loneliness alcohol, drugs illness, low self esteem, and stressful events.
- Music therapy reduces the severity of depression alongside with other pharmacological therapies.
- Music have a significant impact as a therapy for depression.
5.3 Recommendation
Based on the responses obtained, the researcher proffers the following recommendations:
- The masses should be enlightened on the need to practice and administer music therapy in home setting.
- Prevalence of depression among general outpatients is very high therefore use of screening instrument like PHQ2 for depression at general outpatient department with the aim of improving its identification and treatment should be encouraged.
- Task-sharing strategy as enshrined in mental health gap (mhGAP) document should be implemented to improve detection of depression at primary care level.


The Complete Material Will Be Sent to You in Just 2 Steps
Quick & Simple…
![]()
Make Payment (Through Transfer) of ₦5,000 to the Account Below
![]() | Acc No: 0811003731 |
| Samphina Academy | |
| Current Account |
Or CLICK HERE To Pay With Debit Card
| FOR STUDENTS OUTSIDE NIGERIA | |
| CLICK HERE To Pay With Card ($15) | |
| FOR GHANA STUDENTS (GHS 100) | |
![]() | MTN MoMo |
| 0553978005 | |
| Douglas Osabutey | |
![]()
Send the Following Details on WhatsApp ( 07062590260 ) After Payment
- Payment Details
- TOPIC: The Impact Of Music As A Therapy For Depression
The Complete Material Will Be Sent To You On WhatsApp After Receiving Your Details
T & C Apply
Students Review
List of Related Works
The Effectiveness Of Behavioral Therapy In Reducing Anxiety
Effect Of Euphorbia Hirta On The Gastrointestinal Tract Of Albino Rats
Design And Implementation Of An Automated Medical Diagnosis And Therapy System
Predictors And Risk Factors Of Mental Health Disorders Among Postpartum Women
Effect Of Depression On Eating Disorders
Media Coverage Of Depression In Nigeria
Business Combination As A Survival Strategy In A Period Of Economic Depression
Prevalence Of Depression Among University Undergraduate
The Cultural Influence On The Manifestation Of Depression
The Effectiveness Of Counseling In Preventing Depression Among Nursing Students In Edo State
Prevalence Of Social Media Usage And Its Relationship With Depression Among Youths In Uniben
Examination Of The Causes And Effect Of Depression Among Secondary School Students
The Role Of Social Media In Music Promotion In Lagos State
The Impact Of Music On Church Growth
Musical Equipment Rentals Business Plan in Nigeria
The Influence Of Computer Music/Digital Approach To Music Production On Nigerian Popular Music
Rituals, Music, Songs And Dances In Nigeria
Impact Of Musical Programmes On The Cultural Behaviour Of Students
Influence Of Music As A Tool For Promoting Moral
Influence Of Sexual Musical Videos On The Sexual Orientation Of Students
Impact Of Channel O Musical Programmes
The Effect Of Music In Cultural Identity
Effect Of Parents Training On Parents Knowledge And Attitude About Adolescent Sexuality
Cultural Intelligence And Conflict Resolution
Effects Of Poverty On Juvenile Delinquency In Kanam Local Area Plateau State, Nigeria
The Role Stress Management On Maintaining Work Balance
Assessment Of The Psychological Effect Of Illegitimate Covid 19 Information On Social Media Users
Domestic Violence And Locus Of Control As Predictors Of Self Concept Among Early Adolescence
Effect Of Gender And Locality On Altruistic Behavior Among Adults
Husserl’s Concept Of Phenomenological Reduction: A Critique


