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Older adults who listened to music regularly had a 39% lower risk of dementia

Listening to or playing music was linked to better memory and cognitive function

Experts say music stimulates many areas of the brain, which may protect against decline

FRIDAY, Nov. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Listening to your favorite singers may do more than lift your mood — it could also protect your brain.

A new study from Australian researchers found that older adults who regularly listened to music had a 39% lower risk of developing dementia compared to those who didn’t make music a part of their daily lives.

The research , published recently as part of the ASPREE Longitudinal Study of Older Persons, followed more than 10,000 adults aged 70 and older for about a decade to explore di

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