Music Therapy

People with psychological disorders like schizophrenia or other neurological issues suffer from cognitive dysfunctions. According to Princeton dictionary, cognition is “the psychological result of perception, learning and reasoning.” There are problems with individual perception and understanding, once the cognitive process is disrupted or hindered. There have been many studies on the positive affects of music therapy as a means to improve memory and neurological functions. Patients exposed to stimulating music resulted in positive improvements in neurological functions. Music therapy would stimulate their senses and this would improve their memory and other cognitive skills.

In addition, individuals with neuro-behavioural disorders caused by brain damage had problems with language reception. In many instances, music therapy can reduce anxiety and agitation by promoting positive reactions or behaviours. This brings to mind the power of sound manipulation in order to evoke a psychological response. If Muzak can affect behavioral patterns in workers and consumers, it is no surprise that music therapy can have positive psychological results in patients with neurological disorders. This concept of stimulating the senses is a fascinating one because it has the ability to evoke a positive reaction in patients with cognitive dysfunctions. Another interesting idea is that music plays in an important role in the recollection of memories to improve cognitive skills.