A global study reveals that our most emotionally resonant music tends to come from our teenage years—typically peaking around ...

New research from UC Santa Cruz is finally giving you the go-ahead to sing in the shower as loud as you want. Because, as it turns out, you probably sound pretty darn good. Psychologists wanted to ...

Music has a remarkable ability to evoke powerful memories and emotions. When we listen to a piece of music from years ago, we seem to travel back to that moment. Music can act as a direct line to our ...

Music has played a role in managing behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, such as agitation, for a long time. That ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It’s no secret that aging can take a toll on one’s memory. Names ...

In order to maintain a long-term career and consistently deliver high-quality performances, professional musicians are required to exercise control over their psychological state before and during the ...

The ability to remember and recognize a musical theme does not seem to be affected by age, unlike many other forms of memory. “You’ll hear anecdotes all the time of how people with severe Alzheimer’s ...

In Manassas, Va., a choir for people with memory loss and their caregivers shows how music can spark joy, connection, and ...