Outputs (3)

The use of “art” as a resource in recovery from the impact of sexual abuse in childhood: A qualitative systematic review (2022)
Journal Article

Background: A qualitative systematic review was undertaken to identify the therapeutic impact of arts-based activities as experienced by adults sexually abused in childhood. Methods: Sixteen studies, identified through a systematic search protocol, w... Read More about The use of “art” as a resource in recovery from the impact of sexual abuse in childhood: A qualitative systematic review.

Learning how to learn: The role of music and other expressive arts in responding to Early Leaving from Education and Training (ELET) in the STALWARTS project (2020)
Journal Article

This project report describes policy, practice and theory related to a cross-sectoral international project funded by the European Union’s Erasmus+ programme. STALWARTS – Sustaining Teachers and Learners with the Arts: Relational Health in European... Read More about Learning how to learn: The role of music and other expressive arts in responding to Early Leaving from Education and Training (ELET) in the STALWARTS project.

A neuroscience-informed approach equipping educators to support young learners affected by trauma through music in the classroom (2020)
Presentation / Conference Contribution

An interdisciplinary approach (music therapy, neuroscience) was adopted for the development of postgraduate continuing education modules for educators (teachers of any subjects or SENCOs) working with young people with adverse life events. The goals... Read More about A neuroscience-informed approach equipping educators to support young learners affected by trauma through music in the classroom.