African Drums
African Drums Used as Treatment. Inrythm (2011) noted African drums used in music therapy promotes self-awareness and emotional rehabilitation among youth. As noted by Longhofer and Floersch (1993) African drumming treatment is used in mental health center to help youth identify with their potential and positive character. Due to the interactions of participants during African drum treatment are able to master self-control (Rapp & Wintersteen, 1989). Inrythm (2011) believed that this treatment is great for at- risk youth that suffer from low self-esteem, depression, defiant behavior, and learning disabilities. According to Longhofer and Floersch (1993) African drumming allow patients to feel a sense of accomplishment through its treatment.
Being that African drumming is known for its positive effects on youth many communities have established programs the used this style of drumming to help youth to become more focused and to turn from deviant acts (Anthony, Cohen, & Farkas, 1990).