| Abstract [eng] |
SUMMARY This thesis explores expressions of self-esteem among people with physical disabilities in the context of vocal music therapy. The relevance of the study is grounded in the fact that physical disability is often associated with sensitive experiences related to self-evaluation, body acceptance, and relationships with others. Exploring expressions of self-esteem in the context of vocal music therapy may contribute to a deeper understanding of therapeutic processes and to the development and application of music therapy methods for persons with physical disabilities. Representatives of the voicework approach in music therapy emphasize that the voice can reveal deep human experiences, emotions, and internal experiences that are difficult to verbalize. Therefore, improvisational vocal practices were chosen in this study as a medium for the expression of self-esteem. The aim of the study was to explore expressions of self-esteem among people with physical disabilities in the context of vocal music therapy. The objectives of the study were: to review the concept of self-esteem and its links to the experiences of persons with physical disabilities in scientific literature; to discuss the significance of singing and vocal expression in the context of music therapy; to reveal expressions of self-esteem among people with physical disabilities in vocal music therapy; and to analyze the significance of vocal practices and singing for the expression of self-esteem. A qualitative research method was applied in the study. A cycle of ten vocal music therapy sessions was organized, focusing on vocal improvisation, singing, self-exploration, and strengthening the relationship with oneself. The research material was analyzed using descriptive multiple case analysis. Four individual cases were analyzed, in which expressions of self-esteem were examined through three analytical dimensions: emotional, cognitive, and behavioral. Across different cases, the analysis revealed a broad spectrum of self-esteem expressions, ranging from sensitive and difficult-to-verbalize experiences and internal tensions to greater emotional openness, more spontaneous self-expression, and a more authentic relationship with oneself in the context of vocal music therapy. |
