We all aware abut the numerous of benefits of the music on our physical and mental health. Now, according to a new study, music may even help in improving the mood of people with dementia.

According to the the findings have been published in the journal Geriatrics & Gerontology music is beneficial for dementia patients.For the study, each participant listened to personalized music by the help of headphones, which prompted social interaction with one another and/or the researchers while listening. After 20 minutes, participants were brought back to the center's usual activities and were observed for 20 more minutes. The study of 51 individuals living with dementia, who attended community-based adult day health centres, behavioural observations of a music intervention, showed a positive change in mood and a decrease in agitation. Participants has shown considerable enhancement in joy, eye contact, eye movement, being engaged, and talkativeness, and a decrease in sleeping and moving or dancing.