Exploration of the Intervention of Music Therapy for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Abstract
This paper delves into the intervention effect of music therapy on children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In recent years, the prevalence of childhood autism has been on the rise at an alarming rate globally. Traditional intervention methods, which mainly rely on behavioral and educational approaches, have long been the mainstream. However, these methods have shown certain limitations. For instance, they often struggle to fully engage children with ASD due to their highly individualized characteristics, and may not adequately address the emotional and sensory aspects of these children. This situation has spurred researchers to explore alternative approaches, with music therapy emerging as a promising option. By thoroughly reviewing a vast amount of relevant literature on various academic platforms over the past decade, this study aims to comprehensively summarize the current research status, intervention effects, underlying mechanisms, and existing problems of music therapy for children with ASD. The results indicate that music therapy can significantly enhance the social interaction, language skills, and emotional management abilities of these children. Nevertheless, issues such as inconsistent intervention models and unclear long-term effects still persist. Thus, this paper emphasizes the need for continued research to unlock more possibilities for effectively helping children with ASD through music therapy.
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