18min chapter

The One You Feed cover image

Music as Medicine: How Rhythm and Melody Transform Wellness with Daniel Levitin

The One You Feed

CHAPTER

The Neuroscience of Music and Therapy

This chapter investigates how the brain processes music as a predictive mechanism, linking it to humor and engagement. It highlights the therapeutic applications of music therapy, particularly for conditions like Parkinson's disease and dementia, emphasizing music's role in restoring movement and memories. Additionally, the chapter discusses the neuroprotective benefits of learning music at any age, showcasing its profound influence on cognitive functions and quality of life.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode