Learning music could reverse brain ageing (even if you're old)

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Jul 16, 2025 06:08
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A new study suggests that learning to play a musical instrument can reverse age-related cognitive decline, even in older adults. The research highlights how engaging in complex, skill-based activities stimulates brain plasticity. For the AI field, these findings may inspire the development of cognitive training tools or adaptive learning systems that mimic the brain-boosting effects of music education.

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