About the Programme
The start-up research programme "Music as an Inclusive Tool for Promoting Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being Among Vulnerable Groups« is situated within the interdisciplinary field of music psychology and brings together scientific and artistic approaches to music.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES:
- To investigate how purposefully designed music interventions can contribute to improving mental health, psychological well-being, and the social inclusion of vulnerable groups in Slovenia.
- To contribute to a more accessible, inclusive, and socially responsible musical culture that recognises music as an effective tool for promoting the holistic health of individuals and communities.
The programme comprises four years of research, during which will be designed, tested, and evaluated music interventions in collaboration with experts in psychotherapy, medicine, cognitive science, musical arts, and computer science.
PARTICULAR EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON:
- the inclusion of vulnerable groups;
- the involvement of students in higher music education;
- the development of high-quality artistic content arising from socially engaged music-making;
- translating the results into practice through an online handbook, public presentations, and publications in Slovenian and international academic journals.
Programme at a Glance
Programme title: Music as an Inclusive Tool for Promoting Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being Among Vulnerable Groups
Short title: Music for Promoting Health and Well-Being
Type: The start-up research programme
Funder: University of Ljubljana
Duration: 1 January 2025 – 31 December 2028
Lead institution: University of Ljubljana Academy of Music
Project lead: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Katarina Habe
Research team: Assist. Špela Pučko
