Cognitive Drumming: Using Rhythm as a Therapeutic Techniquewith Individuals Diagnosed with Learning Disabilities

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore how cognitive drumming and specific teaching methods could help children adolescents, and adults with learning disabilities to develop improved coordination, retention, fine motor skills, and physical and cognitive functioning.

The author completed a practical action research study.
The results of the study were extremely promising for the use of cognitive drumming.
Cognitive drumming is an appropriate alternative therapy for the treatment of dyslexia and ADD and has proven beneficial for mentally challenged individuals in both pediatric and adult populations.