Staying Alive… with a Playlist?!

How would you feel if, instead of pills and ointments, your doctor prescribed you a Spotify playlist? It may sound bizarre, but research into Music Therapy has shown that listening to (and making) music can play a significant role in treating conditions like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, chronic pain, and PTSD. From restoring movement with rhythm to unlocking lost memories, music engages the brain in ways few other things can. Could we soon see music playing a bigger role in our healthcare systems? And what are the best songs to listen to if we want to treat ourselves? Find out in this video from iluli by Mike Lamb – explaining the ideas and innovations changing our lives. *New videos on the 1st of every month. Don't forget to like and subscribe:* https://bit.ly/subscribe_to_iluli *Visit the iluli website:* https://www.iluli.eu 0:00 Music… as medicine? 0:45 How music engages the brain 1:34 Music therapy 2:26 Benefits of playing music 3:15 Hitting the right notes 4:51 Treat yourself!