Music plays a very important role in our lives and it is especially important for children with autism spectrum disorder. Learning about music therapy for autistic children will help parents have better ways to raise their children.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is defined as a group of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication as well as stereotyped and repetitive behaviors and limited life functions. When children with autism participate in a music therapy program that uses musical instruments, they respond to the sounds made by each instrument. They pass and share the instrument with other members of the group. They learn to listen to music and this can improve their listening ability and also reduce their hearing sensitivity. Music therapy is effective in creating an ideal interaction between the therapist and the child through the use of musical instruments as a means of communication. The child learns to communicate by using musical cues and encouraging eye contact. Using musical instruments can help autistic people break down social barriers, which helps to develop effective interaction and communication skills.