Jamming your way to a sharper mind: music improv studied in seniors

NCT ID NCT05980286

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study explored whether music improvisation training can improve self-regulation and brain function in older adults, including those with mild memory problems. Fifty-three volunteers aged 60 and over took part in the training. The goal was to see if this creative activity could help maintain cognitive health as we age.

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Cognitive Dysfunction

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Locations

  • Department of Disability and Aging Services (DAS) Sites

    San Francisco, California, 94103, United States

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