MUSIC AND STUDYING: DO THEY GO TOGETHER?
Keywords:
Mozart's effect, memory, concentration, emotionAbstract
You have likely heard before that music helps you study. But, do you know why parents and professors alike are urging you to tune to iTunes? Studies have shown that music produces several positive effects on a human’s body and brain. Music activates both the left and right brain at the same time, and the activation of both hemispheres can maximize learning and improve memory. This article studies music’s effect on our body and brain, and how to enhance studying with songs!
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