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Music is considered a useful medium to change the lifestyle and
behavior of a person and is helpful in achieving peace and happiness.
The importance of music in human life can be mentioned as follows:

(a) Physical benefits

Music is a powerful medium for physical and mental happiness in
human life. With its use, different types of patients can be treated
by involving them in various musical activities according to their
interests. This is called music therapy. Since ancient times, various
diseases have been treated with the use of music. At present, its use
is increasing widely. Music is also effective in improving memory
and bringing good sleep. Listening to music brings comfort to people
who are going through unbearable pain. Psychiatrists say that music
therapy is useful for health. According to them, the use of music
is i1nportant in increasing immunity and reducing honnones that
increase stress.

(b) Psychological benefits
Music helps to overconrn fear, anger, anxiety, and grief, and increases
self-esteem and self-confidence.It is like an effective treatment method
for mental anxiety and stress. Therefore, music is also considered
helpful for peace of mind. When the mind that is wandering elsewhere
is attracted by the sound of nlusic, the rhythm and the feeling of the
words; the mind automatically starts to feel stability and joy.Singing,
playing, and dancing help to activate both the right and leftsides of
the brain and increase happiness, memory, and learning ability.

( c) Social Benefits

Music promotes the awareness of positive social integration. It enhances
friendly relationships between individuals and communities. Through
songs and music, it helps to awaken people's consciousness, removing
social distortions and disparities, and promoting social harmony. It
plays an important role in cultivating a sense of national unity. When
people come together to celebrate different cultural festivals, mutual
love and affection grow. The development of collective feelings, where
individuals feel a sense of "ours" rather than just ''mine" or "yours,"
is fostered.

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