Health Psychol Rev March 2022 PMID 33176590

Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Martina de Witte, Ana da Silva Pinho, Geert-Jan Stams, Xavier Moonen, Arjan E R Bos, Susan van Hooren

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Peak: 5 in Jan 2021
across 5 sources since Nov 2020

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What people are saying

The collective responses express strong agreement with the article's conclusions, highlighting the medium to large effects of music therapy on stress and referencing detailed aspects like differences between study types and cultural contexts. The tone and choice of words, such as 'serious review' and 'game changer', show enthusiasm and recognition of the study’s significance, emphasizing its potential impact on health practices and stress management strategies.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the findings of the systematic review, emphasizing the positive effects of music therapy on stress reduction.

InterestHigh interest

The conversations show high interest, with many posts referencing the meta-analysis and encouraging further reading, indicating enthusiasm and curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage with specific details, such as mentioning effect sizes and cultural factors, demonstrating a moderate level of thoughtful interaction.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions convey that the publication's findings could influence stress management practices and promote the benefits of music therapy widely.

Abstract in brief

  • Music therapy, which involves personalized interventions led by trained therapists, is increasingly used to help reduce stress in medical and mental health settings, and a meta-analysis of 47 studies shows it has a significant positive effect on stress-related outcomes.
  • The research indicates that music therapy has a medium to large impact, especially in controlled clinical trials and in non-Western countries, suggesting cultural and methodological factors influence its effectiveness.
  • The study highlights the need for continued research to better understand how different factors affect the success of music therapy and to optimize its use for stress reduction worldwide.]

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Lucy Collings Pettit
@CollingsPettit · X

Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an overall medium-to-large effect on stress-related outcomes. https://t.co/9yGryCIWop https://t.co/wm38cr6H1P

Jan 2, 2021 · 17 likes · 5 shares · 4,235 followers View post →
Julia Thomsen
@JuliaThomsen10 · X

Do you know that music can help in reducing and managing stress levels? Taking medications is not your only option to relieve stress. Take a look at this analysis to learn more. #StressRelief https://t.co/LUlDfJvkV9 https://t.co/ilTgG7ElUl

Nov 20, 2020 · 8 likes · 4,921 followers View post →
Penkhas
@Frigouste · X

@o_d_e_c @airpaix87 @Sante_Gouv Je comprends la crainte de voir les charlatans Mais sur pubmed l'abstract de la méta analyse semble observer des effets "medium-to-large" sur les troubles physiques ou psy liés au stress chronique, soit la majorité des points listés par la dame https://t.co/qMlDzahbIo

Feb 10, 2025 · 4 likes · 209 followers View post →
Keith R Laws
@Keith_Laws · X

Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/v7PD0VKhdk Larger effects found non-RCT compared to RCT, for waiting list controls vs care as usual and for studies conducted in Non-Western countries compared to Western countries

Aug 29, 2022 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 4,639 followers View post →
Unai Aso | Psicólogo Sanitario
@unaiaso · X

de Witte, M., Pinho, A. D. S., Stams, G. J., Moonen, X., Bos, A. E., & van Hooren, S. (2022). Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Health Psychology Review, 16(1), 134-159.

Jan 31, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,262 followers View post →
Jessica Fox
@jessicafox99.bsky.social · Bluesky

From the first systematic review I found without really looking. There were lots of these reviews all saying similar things. In other words, the effectiveness has been evaluated.

Nov 25, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →

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Penkhas
@Frigouste · X

@o_d_e_c @airpaix87 @Sante_Gouv Je comprends la crainte de voir les charlatans Mais sur pubmed l'abstract de la méta analyse semble observer des effets "medium-to-large" sur les troubles physiques ou psy liés au stress chronique, soit la majorité des points listés par la dame https://t.co/qMlDzahbIo

Feb 10, 2025 · 4 likes · 209 followers View post →
Jessica Fox
@jessicafox99.bsky.social · Bluesky

From the first systematic review I found without really looking. There were lots of these reviews all saying similar things. In other words, the effectiveness has been evaluated.

Nov 25, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →
IHPE (Dr Michael Craig Watson - Trustee)
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RT @InstituteHPE: Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/1bLu3JPnq8

Jul 8, 2024 · 1 share · 3,026 followers View post →
IHPE (Dr Michael Craig Watson - Trustee)
@InstituteHPE · X

Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/1bLu3JPnq8

Jul 7, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 3,026 followers View post →
gng11315634
@tlt290 · X

@Mielpop10916124 @_ShinHay_ @blcdetalifee @Raouf94685382 @LumiaSkyz @CerfiaFR https://t.co/RUk806VDWs Bonne lecture. Une meta analyse d’une revu très sérieuse mettant en évidence les vêtues de la musique. Une partie des centaines.

Dec 8, 2023 · 2 followers View post →
UW Extended Campus
@UWExtCampus · X

This #StressAwarenessMonth, listen to your favorite tunes to unwind. Listening to music lowers your heart rate and cortisol levels, which are both key factors of stress. Read more here: https://t.co/Y4n6PgWycG #UWExtendedCampus #HigherEducation #UniversityofWisconsin https://t.co/dOjQQPzyAF

Apr 4, 2023 · 463 followers View post →
Unai Aso | Psicólogo Sanitario
@unaiaso · X

de Witte, M., Pinho, A. D. S., Stams, G. J., Moonen, X., Bos, A. E., & van Hooren, S. (2022). Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Health Psychology Review, 16(1), 134-159.

Jan 31, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,262 followers View post →
Miguel Ángel Diví
@MiguelDivi · X

RT @Keith_Laws: Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/v7PD0VKhdk Larger effects found non-…

Sep 7, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,092 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @Keith_Laws: Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/v7PD0VKhdk Larger effects found non-…

Aug 29, 2022 · 2 shares · 6,712 followers View post →
Keith R Laws
@Keith_Laws · X

Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/v7PD0VKhdk Larger effects found non-RCT compared to RCT, for waiting list controls vs care as usual and for studies conducted in Non-Western countries compared to Western countries

Aug 29, 2022 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 4,639 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @onganalop: [Abstract] Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/5JwKdIh0C3

Apr 8, 2022 · 1 share · 6,712 followers View post →
Kostas Pantremenos
@onganalop · X

[Abstract] Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/5JwKdIh0C3

Apr 8, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 60 followers View post →
Athena Music & Wellness Therapy
@TherapyAthena · X

RT @CollingsPettit: Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an…

Jan 8, 2021 · 5 shares · 66 followers View post →
Jennifer Hicks (she/her)
@jenrhicks · X

RT @CollingsPettit: Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an…

Jan 3, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,136 followers View post →
Carolyn
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RT @CollingsPettit: Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an…

Jan 2, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,417 followers View post →
Luke Annesley
@jazztoad · X

RT @CollingsPettit: Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an…

Jan 2, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,510 followers View post →
Lucy Collings Pettit
@CollingsPettit · X

Music therapy for #stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis—Results showed that #musictherapy showed an overall medium-to-large effect on stress-related outcomes. https://t.co/9yGryCIWop https://t.co/wm38cr6H1P

Jan 2, 2021 · 17 likes · 5 shares · 4,235 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @MusicTherapyFYI: Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/OKUbVV7EtX

Dec 26, 2020 · 1 share · 6,712 followers View post →
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@TokyoMTCS · X

Music therapy for stress reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/OKUbVV7EtX

Dec 26, 2020 · 1 share · 838 followers View post →
Julia Thomsen
@JuliaThomsen10 · X

Do you know that music can help in reducing and managing stress levels? Taking medications is not your only option to relieve stress. Take a look at this analysis to learn more. #StressRelief https://t.co/LUlDfJvkV9 https://t.co/ilTgG7ElUl

Nov 20, 2020 · 8 likes · 4,921 followers View post →