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Mental and Emotional Effects of Music Therapy
Mental Effects
Depending on the type and style of sound, music can either sharpen mental acuity or
assist in relaxation. Memory and learning can be enhanced. This has been used with
good results in children who have learning disabilities. This effect may also be
partially due to increased concentration that many people have while listening to
music.
Better productivity is another outcome of an improved ability to concentrate. The
term "Mozart effect" was coined after a study showed that college students performed
better on maths problems when listening to classical music.
Emotional Effects
The ability of music to influence human emotion is well known and is used extensively
by moviemakers. A variety of musical moods may be used to create feelings of
calmness, tension, excitement, or romance. Lullabies have long been popular for
soothing babies to sleep. Music can also be used to express emotion non-verbally - a
very valuable therapeutic tool in some settings.
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