This research investigates the impact of music therapy on the dynamics of parent-child relationships, specifically from the perspective of parents of children with Down syndrome.
The study consists of a questionnaire which asks parents about their child’s experience of music therapy sessions, what those sessions looked like, and how these sessions might have impacted their relationships with their child. This study will combine open answer questions as well as rating statements to capture the rich narratives of participants, and the potentially transformative effects.
We are looking for parents of children with Down syndrome who have attended Music therapy sessions.
Participants must be UK-based adults (aged 16+ in Scotland, or 18+ in the rest of the UK) and fluent in English. The age of your child does not matter (i.e. your child can be an adult).
Participants will be compensated with a £5 Amazon voucher for their time.
Click here to access the survey.
Further information
- Participant information sheet
- Email Dr Holden on Eh54@st-andrews.ac.uk
About the research team
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Dr Eve Holden
I am a Developmental Psychologist at the University of St Andrews, and specialise in parent-child interactions across socio-demographic backgrounds, and in samples where parent or child have a neurodevelopmental condition. |
Miss Mona Giff
I am a research assistant working with Dr Holden. I am studying for my undergraduate degree in Psychology, and will be pursuing a masters degree in the psychology of music. I have previously worked the Down Syndrome of Puget Sound.