Musical rhythm production associates with cognitive functioning in healthy older adults
This study found that healthy aging negatively impacts musical rhythm production, beyond age-related changes to processing speed, working memory, and other executive functions. Non-pharmacological interventions remain desperately needed for ADRDs, and music-based interventions are increasingly being used. Thus, more neuroscientifically-grounded investigations are needed to reveal underlying cognitive mechanisms and clarify why engaging in musical learning and performance can positively impact the brain health of adults experiencing aging and dementia.
Authors
- Isabel Elaine Allen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9029-9744)
- Katherine Rankin
- Aaron Colverson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8900-4961)
- Stephanie Barsoum (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-8135-5590)
- John B. Williamson
- Xavier Velez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9645-870X)
- Romina Valerio
- Mariana Occhiuzzi
- Samantha Alicea
- Ronald A. Cohen
- Ashley Wu
Institutions
- University of California, San Francisco (US)
- University of Florida (US)
- University Memory and Aging Center (US)
- National Institute on Aging (US)
- Global Brain Health Institute (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Alzheimer s & Dementia
- Published
- 2025-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/alz70858_107637
- Primary Topic
- Music Therapy and Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00