Can the Use of Background Music Improve the Behaviour and Academic Performance of Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties?.

Hallam, Susan; Price, John

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ERIC Number: EJ571869

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1998

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Can the Use of Background Music Improve the Behaviour and Academic Performance of Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties?

Hallam, Susan; Price, John

British Journal of Special Education, v25 n2 p88-91 Jun 1998

This study examined effects of providing "mood calming" background music in a special class for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. Findings indicated a significant improvement in behavior and mathematics performance for all 10 of the children, with effects most noticeable for children with problems related to constant stimulus seeking and over activity. Improved cooperation and reduced aggression were also found. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Aggression, Attention Control, Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Change, Behavior Disorders, Classroom Environment, Cooperation, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Disturbances, Hyperactivity, Mathematics Achievement, Music

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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