Research into music therapy, formal and informal
Music has the power to touch our souls, lift our spirits and heal. But can music actually act as medicine? Whether it’s used in hospitals or hospices, music can provide comfort for those who are ill and help them cope with their illness. Music helps people heal on a physical level by providing transformative relaxation … Read more
Dementia has been studied extensively and the results are clear:Music makes a difference. Dementia is a general term that covers a wide range of specific medical conditions affecting the neurological system. This includes Alzheimer’s disease which accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases in America today. The abnormal changes in the brain caused by these disorders … Read more
The anxiety and uncertainty in the air of a surgical waiting room are palpable, not only for the patients but also for their families and caregivers. One nurse in Odense, Denmark knew of the positive effects music can have in other medical settings, but decided to try her hand at calming her patients at the … Read more
A very interesting article appeared today in the Vermont Public Radio website talking about some very specific ways that music heals and enhances the neuroplasticity of the brain. Worth a read! https://www.vpr.org/post/timeline-neuroplasticity-and-music#stream/0 Music therapy boosts brain plasticity. It aids cognitive recovery and emotional healing. Listening to music enhances the brain’s adaptive abilities. This was the … Read more