An adaptive cognitive temporal-causal network model of a mindfulness therapy based on music

Abstract

In this paper the effect of a music therapy is modeled based on a Network-Oriented Modeling approach. Music therapy is a mindfulness therapy used since many years ago. The presented adaptive temporal-causal network model addresses music therapy for a person who in a first phase develops an extreme stressful emotion due to an ongoing stressful event. In a second phase, music therapy is considered to reduce the stress. This happens by playing memorable music first and then singing on that music. The music and the singing have a direct relaxing effect on the body. Hebbian learning is incorporated to increase the effect of the therapy.