In music therapy, clients play and listen to music as treatment for stress, depression and anxiety. Here’s how it works. By Christina Caron The therapy session begins when Isobell, 17, picks up a ...

Elvis Presley's If I Can Dream, a song he fought to record despite pushback became his biggest hit in years and showcased his ...

There’s little that doubt music can have a positive impact on our health and well-being. We turn it on for motivation when exercising, we choose tunes to help set a certain mood, and we have it ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. If you’re like most people, your workload is heavy, and it ...

Music can motivate you, improve your mood, and help you relax. It can even help you focus so you can study or work. But different types of music can have different effects. Many people find music ...

Music therapy involves using a person’s responses and connections to music to encourage positive changes in mood and overall well-being. It can decrease anxiety and improve self-esteem. Music has ...

The “Star-Spangled Banner” stirs pride. Ed Sheeran’s “The Shape of You” sparks joy. And “ooh là là!” best sums up the seductive power of George Michael’s “Careless Whispers.” UC Berkeley researchers ...