Research has shown that Music is good for the soul and the mental health of all. Music has its effects on our emotional state and overall well-being. Let’s take a deeper look at the profound impact of music on our mental health.
Music eases anxiety: Research has shown that adding music therapy to a patient’s regular treatment can improve depressive symptoms compared with standard treatment alone. Studies also indicate that music therapy can decrease anxiety levels and improve day-to-day functioning in people with depression.
Music helps you express difficult emotions: With the use of lyrics, music explains our feelings and helps us understand what we are going through.
Music improves memory: Studies have shown that “music doesn’t just help us retrieve stored memories, it also helps us lay down new ones.” It provides a total brain workout and engages multiple areas of the brain.
Music builds communities: Music stirs up and produces feelings of a sense of belonging and shared experiences that strengthen a sense of community among people and do wonders for their mental health.
Overall, music can have a positive impact on our lifestyle, mental health, and well-being particularly in reducing stress and anxiety. Music can be a valuable tool for managing our emotions and improving our mental health, sleep quality, and improving memory. It inspires, evokes memories, stir emotions, and brings peace.
MiHI, a mental health organization specializing in music therapy, passionately promotes the widespread adoption of music as a powerful tool for enhancing mental well-being in our community. I urge individuals of all ages – children, teenagers, young adults, and seniors – to recognize and embrace the profound positive effects music can have on their mental health, encouraging an open-minded approach to this transformative aspect of self-care.”
By Iseoluwa Akinduko For Music in Healthcare Initiative – MiHI
