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Neuron November 2012 PMID 23141061

Musical training as a framework for brain plasticity: behavior, function, and structure.

Sibylle C Herholz, Robert J Zatorre

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What people are saying

The posts demonstrate a generally positive reception, with individuals emphasizing the importance of musical practice for brain health and mentioning how the research could impact learning strategies, using phrases like 'brain plasticity' and 'learning benefits,' which reflect a tone of curiosity and recognition of importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, with some expressing strong alignment with its findings on brain plasticity and musical training.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, often referencing the intriguing idea that musical training leads to structural brain changes.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discourse includes references to specific mechanisms and examples, indicating a decent level of thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Many commenters recognize the potential implications for education and cognitive development, suggesting the research could influence practices.

Abstract in brief

  • Musical training is used as a model to study how the brain changes and adapts (plasticity) in behavior, structure, and function.
  • Learning to play an instrument is complex, engaging multiple brain areas and cognitive skills, leading to changes that can happen in days or years.
  • Recent research, including controlled studies, shows clear evidence that musical training causes measurable brain plasticity, which is related to both general mechanisms of learning and specific effects of music practice.]
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@GuitarObsess Here is just one of the articles: https://t.co/KkAGgqzEJ5

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(PDF) Musical training as a framework for brain plasticity: behavior, function, and structure http://download.cell.com/neuron/pdf/PIIS0896627312009312.pdf

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BatCave Studios
@Webpuppy45 · X

@GuitarObsess Here is just one of the articles: https://t.co/KkAGgqzEJ5

Sep 17, 2022 · 745 followers View post →
The vOICe vision BCI
@seeingwithsound.bsky.social · Bluesky

(PDF) Musical training as a framework for brain plasticity: behavior, function, and structure http://download.cell.com/neuron/pdf/PIIS0896627312009312.pdf

Nov 7, 2012 View post →