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Music Therapy and Culture: Exploring my Culture and its Influences

2011
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With the rapidly growing cultural diversity in the United States, scholars have emphasized the importance of not only understanding other cultures, but also one’s own. It has become essential to evaluate the influence of one’s cultural background as he/she evolves a healthcare professional. Utilizing the method of self-inquiry, this paper explores my own cultural background and how it has shaped the way I work as a music therapist. Cultural differences between Japan and America are discussed, including disparities in social systems, music, and health. Two clinical case examples are presented to illustrate my experiences in relation to my cultural influences. The purpose of this paper is to encourage other music therapists to explore their cultural roots, values, and influences, and the effects they may have on their clinical methods.

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