Research model:

1. Does the information relate to my topic? 2. Is the information recent? (In the case of music therapy, within the last two decades) 3. Is it at a high enough level to be considered research? (i.e. not a childrens math book) Is it still at a level that I can understand? (i.e. not something meant only for experts with years of knowledge) 4. Can I put a name to the information? (Author, speaker, etc) 5. What is this persons background in the field? Do they have a reasonable amount of background in the field? (PhD, university education, other works, reviews) If yes is the answer to ALL of these questions, this is valid research that may be used as a reference/citation If yes is answered to at least 1. And 2., and the information seems reasonable, the information may be used for background knowledge, not concrete facts.

*keep in mind that there will ALWAYS be clashing interpretations --be open to all of them and crossreference + use your own judgment to decide on what your stance on the subject is, or look at the topic objectively, without taking a stance.