Study: 78 minutes of music a day aids wellbeing

A British Academy of Sound Therapy and Deezer study has revealed that listening to music that triggers different emotional reactions is “hugely beneficial” for wellbeing

'Happy' by Pharrell Williams is the song most likely to make listeners feel just that © Shawn Ahmed

A new study into the therapeutic benefits of music has recommended listening to a minimum of 78 minutes of music a day, in order to maintain a healthy mind and body. Conducted by the British Academy of Sound Therapy (Bast) and music streaming platform Deezer, the study analysed how people use music to process emotions.

Of the over 7,500 people studied, 90% said they use music to help them relax and 82% listen to music to feel happy. Almost half of…

You've used your free article this month

Continue reading with a free account, or subscribe for unlimited access to all of our news, features and reports.

Subscribe Create a Free Account

Related Content

Back to top