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Monthly Archives: February 2024
Singing Boosts Your Brain
A Study by the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry suggests that musical people have better memory and executive function (the ability to stay focused on tasks, plan and have self-control) than those with less or no musicality. Singing is a very popular musical activity as it allows joining musical groups, such as choirs, without the need to learn a musical instrument.”
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So see, Elton John was right about singing in a choir.
Sing Help Keep Your Mind Sharp
Sing Help Keep Your Mind Sharp
Lisa Rapaport wrote an article in Everyday Health explaining how singing may help keep your mind sharp.as it helps promote brain health as people grow older.
A study showed: “We believe that playing an instrument or taking part in singing activities challenges the brain and builds connections in the brain that help it work better and protect it from damage later on,” says senior study author Anne Corbett, PhD, a professor of dementia research at the University of Exeter in England.” “This is similar to learning a second language or taking part in other activities like daily crossword puzzles that constantly challenge the brain“, Dr. Corbett says.
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Playing an Instrument or Singing Promotes Brain Health Into Old Age (everydayhealth.com)