“When you’re autistic, it’s really hard to do what everyone else does.” When 22-year-old Kodi Lee took to the stage for his America’s Got Talent audition in May, 2019, the world stood up and took ...
Speech therapy for autism helps improve communication skills, social interactions, and understanding of language. This can make daily interactions and learning more manageable for autistic people. In ...
Ethan Jones thinks he was playing the piano. "I was with someone, and we were in a room, and we were just playing a piano," Jones, 23, a resident of New York, said of his first music therapy session.
Kenny Bujarski, 43, has had a rough week emotionally and lies curled up on a couch, covered head to toe with a heavy yellow blanket. LaShauna White, 27, rocks frantically, lamenting, "We're not doing ...
What is music therapy used for? Music therapy can have a powerful effect on one’s mood and, when applied by a trained professional, can alleviate symptoms of stress and depression. It may also help ...
As my son turned 15, I found myself reflecting on the unique journey we’ve shared. Like many parents, I believe my child is extraordinary, but not for the reasons you might expect. My son has what we ...
Band Together Erie creates opportunities for autistic individuals to create and perform music or just socialize and have fun at music-related events.
Explore how music has the power to heal. How do you feel when you hear one of your favorite songs? It probably makes you smile and usually reminds you of a happy time in your life. Science has proven ...