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Discover how music impacts our mental health from the womb to adulthood. Explore the quantifiable effects of music on physical and mental well-being. Learn about the perception of sound by fetuses and the recognition of familiar melodies. Understand why music has a strong influence during adolescence. Explore the testing of musical memory and its depth. Uncover the surprising health benefits of music and a researcher's unexpected love for pop.
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- Music has a striking positive impact on mental health-related quality of life, similar to the effects of exercise interventions and weight loss studies.
- Music plays a significant role in our lives from the womb to late adolescence, influencing memory, emotional regulation, and inducing emotional catharsis.
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Music's Impact on Physical and Mental Health
Researcher Matt McCrary conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 26 studies on the impact of music on health. While music did not show significant improvements in physical health-related quality of life, it did have a striking positive impact on mental health-related quality of life. The improvements in mental health were on par with the effects of exercise interventions and weight loss studies. The relaxation and stress response triggered by music are believed to be the mechanisms behind these positive effects.
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