Having trouble sleeping can have wide-ranging, negative effects on your health, so it's something that you should take seriously. For instance, it makes you less safe behind the wheel and increases yo...
The soothing power of music is well-established. It has a unique link to our emotions, so can be an extremely effective stress management tool.
Listening to music can have a tremendously relaxing eff...
You know it the second you hear the first notes. It’s that one special song that makes your spine tingle. You can feel the tears welling up in your eyes.
How does that happen? Only seven notes ...
Researchers from Germany and Switzerland have teamed up to investigate the effects of music on the brains of elderly people. DW talked to the research leader about the challenges and possible outcomes...
The legendary king of pop, Michael Jackson, transformed the face of pop music and culture. While he broke international sales records repeatedly with his unique and infectious songs, he is arguably be...
How to teach kids loving-kindness meditation
Might be that sitting with your legs crossed repeating stuff like "May all beings be free from suffering," is a little too far-out for you. I'm a sci...
Here’s the thing about sleep and sound: While the wrong noises (like your neighbor’s yapping dog or your partner’s snoring) will keep you up at night, other sounds (such as cras...
The holiday season is filled with hustle and bustle. There’s plenty of excitement from seeing family and friends, but also stress, travel, long lines, planning, preparation — and a range o...
Lullabies aren’t just for babies—they’re great for adults, too. Using soothing music to wind down before bed each night is perfectly acceptable—even encouraged—as a relax...
Listen. What’s that in the background? Is it rock, country or classical music? Did you know that certain types of music can help you focus?
March is Music in Our Schools Month, which ...
