Music and Brain Health
A new study led by Victoria's Monash University found that listening to music can help preserve brain health.
The study observed 10,800 people over 70 and discovered that regular music listeners had a 39% lower risk of dementia and 17% lower incidence of cognitive decline.
- 39% lower risk of dementia
- 17% lower incidence of cognitive decline
- Improved memory, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
So, dementia prevention could be as simple as switching on the radio.
Additionally, playing a musical instrument was found to decrease dementia risk by 35%.
Author's summary: Music helps reduce dementia risk.
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