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Effect of music and movement group course on social skills in children with autism spectrum disorders


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Peng, Jiaqi and Wan Abdullah, Wan Arnidawati and Chandrabose, Thanalactchumy and Mohamed Razali, Camellia Siti Maya (2025) Effect of music and movement group course on social skills in children with autism spectrum disorders. International Journal of Developmental Disabilities. pp. 1-12. ISSN 2047-3869; eISSN: 2047-3877

Abstract

This study explores the impact of music and movement group courses on social skills in children aged 7 to 9 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Conducted at a public school in China, 24 children were randomly assigned to experimental (n = 12) and control (n = 12) groups. Over 10 wk, the experimental group participated in a Dalcroze-based program featuring music and movement activities. Social skills were assessed using the Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS-2), focusing on Social Awareness, Cognition, Motivation, Communication, and Restricted Interests and Repetitive Behaviors. Results showed slight improvements in the experimental group, particularly in social communication and reduced restrictive behaviors, suggesting positive effects of music and movement on social skills in children with ASD.


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Item Type: Article
Subject: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Subject: Psychiatry and Mental Health
Divisions: Faculty of Human Ecology
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.1080/20473869.2025.2483277
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Keywords: Autism spectrum disorder; Dalcroze teaching method; Group course; Music and movement; Social skills
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
Depositing User: Ms. Siti Radziah Mohamed@mahmod
Date Deposited: 28 Apr 2026 00:38
Last Modified: 28 Apr 2026 00:38
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URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/123234
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