Ozden Pinar-Irmak, MA

University of Massachusetts Boston

As a result of war and conflict around the world, many people are forced to flee their countries as refugees. The forced migration has adverse impacts on children such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and behavioral problems. In this podcast, Ozden Pinar-Irmak explores how early childhood educators can support the mental and emotional well-being of refugee children through singing and instrument play.

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About the Author:

Ozden Pinar-Irmak is doctoral student in the Early Childhood Education and Care program at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Her research includes early education and intervention programs for refugee and immigrant children and international inclusive education. 

Contact: ozden.pinarirmak001@umb.edu

 

Suggested Citation: 

Pinar-Irmak, O. (2020, July 1). Supporting traumatized refugee children through music in early education [Audio podcast]. imagine. www.imagine.musictherapy.biz