A music therapist seeks to tap into long-lost memories

Music can change emotions in people with dementia, even if they don’t remember hearing it

people playing instruments in a nursing home environment

Music therapy is often used to improve well-being. A new study hints that for people with dementia, listening to music can induce lingering emotions even if they don’t remember listening.

 

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The upbeat song “Sweet Caroline” often prompts listeners to sing and dance.