The Washington Post (6/25, Moe) reports, “The ‘Sing With Us’ study…is part of a growing body of research that points to the physical and mental health benefits of singing with others.” The study “linked singing in the choir to reduced stress hormones and increased cytokines, proteins that can boost the body’s ability to fight serious illness.” Other studies have revealed “a connection between singing generally with lessened anxiety, stimulated memory for those with dementia, increased lung capacity and an easing of postpartum depression.” The study was conducted by the Centre for Performance Science.
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