In this episode of Shenanigans with Shreya, we are going to explore the profound impact of music on the brain and its therapeutic potential and discuss various studies highlighting how music influences emotions, cognitive functions, and even physical health. Our discussion delves into the neuroscience behind music therapy, its applications for conditions like autism and Parkinson's, and the fascinating spectrum of music preferences among individuals along with fascinating insights into how cultural and social factors shape our musical tastes and experiences.

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Resources:

https://magazine.hms.harvard.edu/articles/how-music-resonates-brain

https://www.soundonsound.com/sound-advice/listener-profile-how-we-perceive-music

https://oxfordre.com/psychology/display/10.1093/acrefore/9780190236557.001.0001/acrefore-9780190236557-e-890

https://www.bps.org.uk/psychologist/how-does-music-make-you-feel

https://biausa.org/public-affairs/media/neurologic-music-therapy-in-neurorehabilitation

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10765015/

https://nmtacademy.co/

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/integrative-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnint.2024.1403876/full

https://www.musicmindbrain.com/research

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychology_of_music_preference

https://www.verywellmind.com/music-and-personality-2795424

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-68105868

https://www.dementiauk.org/information-and-support/living-with-dementia/music-and-dementia/

https://www.england.nhs.uk/blog/music-and-dementia-a-powerful-connector/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3957486/

https://www.mindlabpro.com/blogs/nootropics/playing-instrument-changes-brain