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Music and the Parkinson’s Patient

January 17th, 2012 · No Comments · how the brain works

Tweet Do you know someone with Parkinson’s disease?  If so, you really should learn about how powerful music therapy can be with your loved one.  Are you doubtful?  Read this exciting study that was published recently about music therapy with Parkinson’s dis

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Music Therapy and Sen. Gabrielle Giffords

December 1st, 2011 · No Comments · how the brain works

Tweet Everyone knows the horrible story of the shooting of Senator Gabrielle Giffords.  At the time of the shooting, her doctors were not sure she would even survive, much less recover.  Today, she is a shining star of what modern medicine can accomplish…with a little help from the field of music therapy! “The most famous […]

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More info on Music and the Brain: healthy music = healthy life

October 24th, 2011 · No Comments · how the brain works, music and the brain

Tweet 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 […]

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Daniel’s Music: a great resource for disabilities of all kinds

July 29th, 2011 · No Comments · how the brain works, music and the brain, Uncategorized

Tweet I just saw this on the “Today Show” and wanted to share it with my readers. What a wonderful program this is in New York City. I’m sure it could be replicated elsewhere! For centuries, the beauty, power and personal relevance of music has made it a wonderful instrument for the rehabilitation of individuals […]

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Does the brain process music and lyrics separately?

August 4th, 2010 · 2 Comments · how the brain works, music and the brain

Tweet 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 […]

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