Music therapy can improve cognitive functioning and overall quality of life.
Music therapy is a form of interactive musical entertainment that is specifically designed to improve cognitive functioning and overall quality of life for seniors with Alzheimer's or senile dementia. Music therapy involves listening to music, singing, playing musical instruments, and engaging in other musical activities. Therapeutical music has been shown to improve cognitive functioning in seniors with Alzheimer's or senile dementia by enhancing memory retrieval, attention, and emotional processing. Additionally, music therapy can reduce depression, anxiety, and other negative emotional states commonly experienced by seniors with Alzheimer's or senile dementia.