News articles tagged with 'music'
Teens who choose music over books are more likely to be depressed
— 6 Apr 2011 15:25 | HealthAdolescents who spend more time listening to music are far more likely to have major depressive disorder, while young people who spend more time reading books are far less likely to…
Listening to music is biological
— 26 Feb 2011 16:51 | BiologyMusic is listened in all known cultures. Similarities between human and animal song have been detected: both contain a message, an intention that reflects innate emotional state that…
Creating simplicity: How music fools the ear
— 20 Jan 2011 16:04 | HealthWhat makes music beautiful? The best compositions transcend culture and time - but what is the commonality which underscores their appeal? New research published in BioMed Central's…
New responsive click-track software lets drummers set their own pace
— 12 Jan 2011 17:16 | TechnologyNew software has been developed that gives drummers the freedom to speed up or slow down the pace of the music with any pre-programmed material following their lead…
A positive mood allows your brain to think more creatively
— 16 Dec 2010 16:49 | HealthPeople who watch funny videos on the internet at work aren't necessarily wasting time. They may be taking advantage of the latest psychological science - putting themselves in a good…
Music relieves stress of assisted breathing
— 8 Dec 2010 17:35 | HealthPatients who need assistance to breathe through mechanical ventilation may benefit from listening to music, a new review published in The Cochrane Library shows. The researchers found…
Apple reinvents iPod nano with multi-touch interface
— 2 Sep 2010 14:16 | TechnologyApple unveiled a completely redesigned iPod nano(R) featuring Apple's Multi-Touch interface that lets users navigate their music collection by simply tapping or swiping a finger on…
Background music can impair performance, cites new study
— 28 Jul 2010 10:54 | HealthFor decades research has shown that listening to music alleviates anxiety and depression, enhances mood, and can increase cognitive functioning, such as spatial awareness. However,…
Rhythm of life: Music shows potential in stroke rehabilitation
— 6 Jul 2010 10:31 | HealthMusic therapy provided by trained music therapists may help to improve movement in stroke patients, according to a new Cochrane Systematic Review. A few small trials also suggest a…
Love ballad leaves women more open to a date
— 19 Jun 2010 10:43 | HealthIf you're having trouble getting a date, French researchers suggest that picking the right soundtrack could improve the odds. Women were more prepared to give their number to an 'average'…