Music acts as both entertainment and medicine

 Music acts as both entertainment and medicine

Music improves the voice and movement of patients with Parkinson's and dementia, and increases memory.

As we age, many problems appear in the body. Various diseases begin to occur. It is common for old age to develop unexpected diseases, from loneliness. However, there is one thing that can forget all this and soothe the mind - music.

Yes, music is not always just for entertainment. It is not just for making noise and dancing. It also acts as a means for relaxing the body. According to Larry Sherman, a professor at the University of Oregon and author of Every Brain Needs Music, learning or singing music throughout our lives strengthens our brain cells. This helps to slow down or prevent the memory diseases that occur in old age. Research also says the same thing.

Enjoying music not only reduces the risk of diseases that occur with age, but it also becomes a strong support for patients who have already developed diseases. Singing helps Parkinson's patients to speak more clearly. Their daily lives become easier.

Similarly, other musical exercises also make it easier for them to walk. Moreover, Kathy says that music improves memory, facial recognition, and the ability to recall old memories for those with dementia.

How does music help our brain?

The way music works may not be the same for everyone. For those with dementia, music enhances thinking and memory. The part of our brain that remembers music is so strong that even a serious disease like Alzheimer's cannot easily erase it.

Music helps improve body movement and tone in Parkinson's. But it is better to start such treatment before the brain condition worsens too much. Music has also proven to be a blessing for healthy people without any disease. Learning or singing music for a long time strengthens the connections between the brain's nerves. This prevents our brain from aging as we age.

Because the experience of music occupies a large part of our brain. That is why even patients who are unable to speak can respond to music.

How to use music in life?

Music also benefits young people. According to a research conducted by Danish professor Anna Zamorana, people who learn music feel less physical pain.

For example, when musicians suffer to learn a difficult melody, they do not feel as much physical fatigue/pain. Because their brains are feeling a kind of success and joy.

According to Zamorana, playing an instrument or practicing music for 30 to 45 minutes a day is like doing physical exercise for health.

Group singing is better

Singing with others is more beneficial than listening to music alone. When we sing in a group, chemicals such as dopamine and endorphins are released in our brains. This makes us feel safe and respected in the group.

Similarly, when we sing in a group, we also get along with each other easier and faster. Not only does it strengthen relationships, but it also transports us to a different and beautiful world.