Finding A Therapeutic Sound Project

By Jaclyn Hurley


Many people probably haven't even heard of a therapeutic sound project, but this bio-feedback form of alternative therapy for emotional and mental dysfunction is a well-researched and tested treatment. The internet is a good source of information on the principles of the method and practitioner in or near your city. This approach is based on sound, or rather frequency, and its accompanying resonance.

The emotional state of a person has a profound effect on physical health and overall quality of life. This fact is familiar to most of us. We're told that a positive attitude can win friends and influence people and that laughter is good for us. Social interaction is important; married people live longer, children do best in whole families with both mother and father, and those who are active members of a community report more happiness.

The philosophy of this discipline states that all matter has resonance. Since atoms are in constant motion, core vibrations affect the whole system. Bio-feedback research tracks brain waves, muscle reactions, hormonal release (like adrenaline and cortisol, which increase inner tension), voice patterns, pulse rates, and other physical or mental reactions to external stimuli.

This fascinating subject appeals to traditional customs and common sense, even if the technical terms and discoveries seem confusing. Almost everyone knows that a lullaby will soothe a child and send it off to sleep better than a pounding drum or a lively tune. People naturally move to a strong rhythm, tapping their feet or their fingers, while the sound of running water or sighing waves promotes relaxation.

Therapists use the methods of resonance therapy, of which music is one, in many ways. Think of the earphones that dentists use to keep patients' minds off the drilling. Mood disorders in children and adolescents, lack of will to recover in stroke or cancer victims, depression, and stress-related conditions can often be altered or alleviated with help from practitioners skilled in this alternative treatment.

Parents who have a child who does not socialize well, has trouble with learning or focusing, and is not able to communicate effectively might be hesitant to try drugs, fearing their long-term effects as well as believing they merely mask symptoms of an underlying problem. Seeking help from a sound therapy professional might be a very positive first step when looking for help.

Music, of course, is only one form of resonance. However, it's often the most familiar to those who need help, and it has been shown to be very beneficial in restoring mental and emotional balance. Actually, advanced resonance technology is a diagnostic tool as well as a therapeutic one. The belief is that every being has its own unique frequency, so an intensive program will be tailored to the individual.

In seeking a therapist in the city nearest you, you will want to check credentials and look for references just as you would for any other health adviser or medical doctor. Researching the subject online can also help you evaluate programs you find.




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