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Published research reveals how a regional Australian program uses music to support young people facing adversity Improving young people’s wellbeing has become a global priority, with rising rates of mental illness, socio-economic disadvantage, and youth struggling to thrive. While traditional support services play important roles, new research published in Research Studies in Music Education reveals […]

Trauma-informed positive music education represents a powerful shift in how we support vulnerable young people through music. New research published in Music Education Research reveals how an innovative Australian community music program is using trauma-informed positive music education to help vulnerable youth heal and grow through music-making. A Strengths-Based Revolution Trauma-informed positive music education (TIPE)

A comprehensive review by Goopy and MacArthur analyzed 30 studies examining how music learning affects the wellbeing of school-aged children and adolescents. Here are the essential findings for different professional communities: Key Research Findings Overwhelmingly Positive Impact: Nearly all studies (29 of 30) found that music learning supported children’s and adolescents’ wellbeing. No studies reported