Mental Health Experts Urge Music Companies to Invest in Artist Well-Being for a Sustainable Industry
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Jem Aswad
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Summary
This guest post by Dr. Aprilia West, a licensed clinical psychologist and music industry veteran, advocates for music companies (labels, management, etc.) to take a more active and evolved role in supporting artists' mental health. Drawing on 20+ years of experience working with artists and creatives, the article argues that the industry has a responsibility to provide tools, treatment, and systemic support to address the longstanding mental health crisis among musicians, ultimately calling for investment in mental health as a pathway to a more sustainable music industry.
Key quotes
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This guest post advocates strongly for a more involved and evolved role for the industry.
Dr. Aprilia West PsyD, MT, PCC is a licensed clinical psychologist, executive coach, trainer and author and a music industry veteran in private practice in Los Angeles.
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