Music as Medicine
How We Can Harness Its Therapeutic Power
(Author) Daniel LevitinTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER From the bestselling author of This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind, a surprising and inspiring exploration of the healing power of music. 'Fascinating' Observer 'Eye-opening' Rolling Stone 'Intriguing as a long jazz riff' NEW YORK TIMES We are only just beginning to appreciate the healing power of music on our minds and bodies. Here, a neuroscientist and celebrated musician introduces a bold new paradigm for medical treatment. From explaining how 'rhythmic auditory stimulation' can fight multiple sclerosis, to examining why Tracy Chapman's songs might just help cure PTSD, Professor Daniel Levitin explores how each of us can use music to calm our thoughts, repair our memories and heal our deepest psychological wounds. The result is both a surprising tour through the science of music, and a joyful celebration of humanity's oldest obsession.
Daniel Levitin
Daniel Levitin is a renowned neuroscientist and author best known for his groundbreaking work "This Is Your Brain on Music." His writing style is accessible and engaging, making complex scientific concepts understandable to a wide audience. Levitin's contributions to literature include bridging the gap between science and art in a compelling and insightful way.
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