Everyone enjoys music. But did you know it could improve（改善）the lives of sick kids? In fact, music has changed the world a lot. In Australia, a scientist, Catherine, has made a music program. "Music can make you happy; music can make you sad; music can make you feel relaxed and take away any stress," said Catherine.
For thousands of years people have believed that music has a great effect on both the mind and the body, but it is only about 70 years ago that scientists began to study its medical benefits. Since then music has been used to help patients. It's even been used to help kids in schools get better marks because it allows them to relax and pay more attention.
Now music is being used in a special program called Music Therapy (音乐疗法). It helps people improve their quality of life in many different ways by using music. .
Sophia is eleven. She got cancer five months ago, but playing music, learning new songs and singing have become a part of her life. She said, "It takes my mind off feeling sick. While I am listening to music, it tells me not to give up hope. "
It seems that a few minutes of music a day can help keep the doctor away!
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A. They found that playing music in hospitals helped sick soldiers feel better. B. It includes: listening to music, playing instruments, singing, song writing and other games. C. It feels like soon my life will turn around and I will be strong again. D. A famous musician once said music could change the world! E. So some people like music that they can sing along. F. The program has been putting smiles on the faces of kids in hospitals across the country. |
