The Power of Music for Mental Health

Mental wellbeing is as important as ever, with many of us seeking new opportunities to  support our mental health.

Music can be a powerful tool, helping us find moments of calm and feel more at peace in our day-to-day lives. 

Whether it's through listening to your favourite tracks, discovering new music for an epic edit, or even producing your own tunes, music can be more than entertainment; it can have a profound influence on mental health and overall well-being. 

How can music influence our mental health? 

 

• Reduce stress and anxiety: research has shown that listening to music can lower anxiety levels, reduce blood pressure and can improve the overall quality of sleep. Specific music can trigger the release of neurotransmitters and feel-good hormones such as dopamine and serotonin, which can impact mood and reduce feelings of depression and anxiety.

• Physical and emotional regulation: patterned and repetitive rhythmic activity, such as singing and dancing, can help create a calmer and more stable cognitive state of mind. Passive and active engagement with music can also positively impact mood regulation.

• Shared Communities: Music can bring people together from all over the world through shared interests, with artists having communities of fans that can connect with each other, from Swifties to Barbz. These communities can create a sense of belonging and a place for open discussions with like-minded individuals, which can help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.

 

This World Mental Health Day, take a moment for yourself to prioritise your mental health and wellbeing. Put on your favourite track and let music remind you to prioritise yourself and your wellbeing. 

At Universal Production Music, we know the important role music plays in wellbeing and how sound has the power to boost morale, reduce stress and anxiety. 

Discover a curated playlist from our music supervisors centred around wellbeing below.