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Musical neurostimulation improves cognitive function in children with epilepsy and causes electroencephalogram

Wei-Han Wang¹, Yung-Chia Chen², Rei-Cheng Yang³

¹Department of Psychology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan; Department of Medical Research, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.

Epilepsy & Behavior : E&B

|August 9, 2025

Summary

Musical neurostimulation using classical music significantly improved cognitive functions like memory and attention in children with epilepsy. This intervention also enhanced their quality of life and altered electroencephalogram (EEG) patterns.

Keywords:

Cognitive Electroencephalogram Epilepsy Musical neurostimulation Quality of life

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience
Music Therapy
Pediatric Neurology

Background:

Cognitive impairments are a significant challenge for individuals with epilepsy.
Musical neurostimulation presents a novel therapeutic avenue for neurological conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the effects of specific classical music pieces on cognitive function in children with epilepsy.
To assess the impact of musical neurostimulation on quality of life and electroencephalogram (EEG) patterns in pediatric epilepsy patients.

Main Methods:

34 children with epilepsy were randomly assigned to listen to one of three classical music pieces daily for six months.
Cognitive performance, quality of life, and EEG data were collected pre- and post-intervention.

Main Results:

Significant improvements were observed in memory, attention, processing speed, verbal fluency, and abstract thinking.
The intervention positively impacted patients' quality of life and led to notable changes in EEG spectral power and complexity.
No significant changes were found in perceptual reasoning or executive function.

Conclusions:

Listening to selected classical music pieces is a promising, non-invasive strategy for enhancing cognitive function in children with epilepsy.
Musical neurostimulation may offer a beneficial adjunctive therapy for improving cognitive deficits and well-being in this population.