
This study investigated the effects of music therapy sessions at the Reference Center for Mental Health - Alcohol and Drugs in Belo Horizonte/MG, using mixed methods. The quantitative analysis revealed an average participation of seven individuals per session; however, participation frequency was not a significant predictor of the perceived effects of music therapy. Older age and male gender were associated with lower perceptions of benefits. The intra-individual analysis, on the other hand, confirmed the presence of reliable changes among participants and was able to explain a significant part of their psychological trajectories. The qualitative analysis identified key themes related to psychological and community empowerment, as well as interaction among participants. The results provide evidence of the effectiveness of music therapy in promoting reliable changes and empowerment in individuals with harmful substance use.
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