Classical Music Therapy

Table of Contents The definition of music therapy The History of music therapy Scientific proof Physical effect Mental effect Conclusion

The Definition of music therapy “a form of distraction that uses music as an aid to relaxation” Mental and Physical Effect Therapeutic relationship

Ancient Time Confucius Plato Farinelli & King Philip V investigation The History of music therapy 18th century

(psychological and physiological discoveries ) American’s veteran’s hospitals The History of music therapy investigation 19th centuryWorld War II

Scientific Proof Experiment Subject Purpose Results newborns with headset playing classical music activate functions of infants ease birth trauma

Scientific Proof Department of Music Therapy, University in South Korea music intervention grouporiginal care group contrast 60 minutes music intervention daily medical care results Better emotion control Improved mental condition Frequent depression

Experiment on Water Soft melody (Symphony No.6 ) Heavy Metal

Comparison Smooth tunes Beautiful melody Clear crystal formation Foul lyrics Noise-like music Deformation of crystal Direct impact on human body

Physical effect : Serotonin Neurotransmitter Maintain pleasant feelings 80% in gut Central Nervous System Beneficial Shock Tranquilizer

Mental effect : Mozart Effect The repeat of notes Boost of ability Healing of illness Suitability of human cerebration

Experiment Subject Purpose Results 36 students Elevate spatial IQ Higher scores

Influence on brain waves In depression β waves Classical Music α waves Easiness of bad mood

With careful definition With long history With conclusive experiments Conclusion An effective medical treatment