MUSIC AND NEUROPHYSIOLOGY: HOW DOES MUSIC CHANGE BRAIN ACTIVITY?

Abstract

Music has a powerful influence on neurophysiological processes in the human brain. Research has shown that music can influence various aspects of cognitive, emotional, and physiological activity, including memory, attention, perception, and even stress responses. This article examines the mechanisms by which music affects the brain, its role in improving cognitive function, and its therapeutic applications in neurorehabilitation and psychotherapy. Through a neurophysiological lens, various musical genres and their effects on different areas of the brain, such as the auditory cortex, limbic system, and frontal lobes, are analyzed. Modern neuroimaging technologies that allow for a better understanding of how music affects the brain and the neurochemical processes that accompany this process are also discussed.