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It is not controversial to assume that, in many ways, there is a set of universal questions among the professionals who are interested in the field of music and medicine. These questions can be generally stated as follows: Is music an effective modality in healthcare? Does music make a difference in the various issues affecting human beings? How does music make a difference? Why does music make a difference? What is the best evidence for understanding this difference? What kind(s) of evidence is/are needed?
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Dileo, C., Bradt, J. (2009). A perspective on evidence-based practice. In: Haas, R., Brandes, V. (eds) Music that works. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-211-75121-3_5
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