

The potential of such interventions for clinical contexts is discussed. Data were analysed using IPA.Įmotional, psychological and social dimensions of well-being emerged for both patients and carers, accounted for through six themes: (1) hedonia: positive affect and pleasant physical effects of drumming (2) agency: initiative and sense of control (3) accomplishment: non-specific and in relation to musical goals (4) engagement, through focus and flow (5) a redefinition of self, through self-awareness, construction of a positive identity, self-prospection and incorporation of a musical identity and (6) social well-being, through connectedness and positive relationships.
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Thirty-nine participants engaged in one of a series of community drumming programmes were assessed via semi-structured interviews (n = 11) and focus groups (n = 28) at the end of each programme. Acknowledging the burden that a caring role encompasses and integrating recent proposals for a multifaceted definition of well-being, we explore the extent to which group drumming interventions translate into multidimensional well-being change for both mental health service users and carers. Yet, research has focused on assessment of single dimensions of well-being and on the typical receiver of support services. Music has been linked with well-being across clinical and community settings.
