Research published earlier this year showed that listening to music releases the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain and sends pleasure signals to the rest of the body. Now findings recently published in NeuroImage offer additional insights into how music affects our neural circuits. In the study Finnish researchers recorded the brain responses of individuals who [...]
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New Research from Stanford on how Brain processes music
December 31st, 2011 · No Comments · music and the brain
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More info on Music and the Brain: healthy music = healthy life
October 24th, 2011 · No Comments · music and the brain
Everyone knows that music makes then feel good. Generally music makes you feel better than you did before you started listening. Music often creates good feelings that are so irresistable to me and I have to jump up and start dancing! Seriously! My dog looks at me with the most puzzled look! I’ve always wanted [...]
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Music and Your Brain: An Expert Explains…
August 30th, 2011 · No Comments · music and the brain
Dr. Daniel Levitan, author of “This is Your Brain on Music” helps us to understand how the brain processes music…fascinating, I think!
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Robin Williams says undergoing heart surgery “broke his barrier” and made him more emotional
February 12th, 2011 · No Comments · music and the brain
The Hollywood actor famously underwent open-heart surgery early last year, when one of his valves was replaced with that of a pig. Although Robin has recovered now, the star admits the experience hugely changed him as a person, putting him far more in touch with his feelings. “Oh, God, you find yourself getting emotional. It [...]
Does the brain process music and lyrics separately?
August 4th, 2010 · 1 Comment · how the brain works, music and the brain
Your favourite song comes on the radio. You hum the tune; the lyrics remind you of someone you know. Is your brain processing the words and music separately or as one? It’s a hotly debated question that may finally have an answer. People with aphasia, who can’t speak, can still hum a tune, suggesting music [...]
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