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Oct 13, 2025

3 min

Can playing an instrument prevent dementia? The link between music and brain health

While there is no single cure-all for preventing dementia, a significant body of research suggests that engaging in mentally stimulating activities can play a powerful role in building cognitive reserve. Among these activities, playing an instrument is emerging as a particularly potent tool for supporting long-term brain health and potentially mitigating the risk of cognitive decline.

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Oct 13, 2025

4 min

Does playing an instrument help prevent dementia? The science behind music and brain health

According to a 2022 review of studies in *BMC Neurology*, adults who played a musical instrument were significantly less likely to develop dementia. The complex, multisensory activity of making music is considered a "whole brain workout," creating a strong cognitive reserve that appears to protect against age-related cognitive decline and may help prevent dementia.

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