Get in the groove!

Can’t settle to studying in the hushed silence of the library? Well, a new study suggests what you need to be in a more lively environment!

Researchers have discovered certain kinds of upbeat instrumental music appear to boost brainpower. And, put to the test, people complete cognitively demanding tasks more quickly when this type of music was blasted out!

The scientists explained that the results are due to the “arousal -mood theory, which states music with a groove increase mental agility.

What is important is the music must not contain lyrics or have sudden changes of melody that would distract you. PQs need to look for instrumental tracks with strong rhythms and simple melodies.