Music has been known by almost anyone who has a favorite song and those who study its effects that it’s a natural stress reliever. If you are feeling stressed, a slow, quiet song has been shown to lower your heart rate, your pulse, your blood pressure and levels of stress hormones. In recent studies, music has shown to bring a sense of security to distressed children and improve their communication, it helps soothe hospital patients after a surgery, it can also help relieve depression and improve your mood. [1]
While taking a break at work, try listening to some of your favorite songs. It can help give you that next burst of energy to finish the workday.
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Dr. Kim
[1]http://psychcentral.com/lib/2007/the-power-of-music-to-reduce-stress/all/1/
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