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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rebecca Whittaker

Why learning a musical instrument could stave off ‘brain rot’ and help concentration

Learning a musical instrument could prevent “brain rot” and boost concentration in young people glued to social media, research has suggested.

As parents and teachers raise concerns that social media is contributing to shorter attention spans, one study found “formal musical training is associated with superior attention and vigilance” and suggests music lessons could be the antidote.

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