Did you know?
Music therapy can be highly personalized, making it suitable for people of all ages.
It’s versatile and offers benefits for people with a variety of musical experience levels and with different mental or physical health challenges.
Engaging with music can:
Activate regions of the brain that influence things like memory, emotions, movement, sensory relay, some involuntary functions, decision-making, and reward.Fulfill social needs for older adults in group settingsLower heart rate and blood pressureRelax muscle tensionRelease endorphinsRelieve stress and encourage feelings of calmStrengthen motor skills and improve communication for children and young adults who have developmental and/or learning disabilitiesOverall, music therapy can increase positive feelings, like:
CalmnessEuphoriaConfidence and empowermentEmotional intimacy