Music Therapy Offers Hope and Healing for Cancer Patients

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Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering shows that music therapy, involving talk, music, and lyric creation, can significantly improve the quality of life for cancer patients by helping them manage stress and emotions, with benefits comparable to traditional therapy. The therapy's active, collaborative nature allows patients to express feelings and find healing through music, contributing to better emotional well-being and resilience during and after treatment.
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