Music divides: for some, it is a valuable ally for concentration, while for others, it represents a source of distraction.

Listening to music at work can you stay focused, build creativity and block out distractions, scientists say, although for some tasks silence may be best.

Listening to music while carrying out certain tasks (like reading or driving) that require continued attention is common. Research shows that background music improves concentration (Mendes et al., ...

Revealed: Music playlist that can boost your focus - Scientists reveal features of music to improve mood and brain’s ...

Whether you’re working from home or studying for class, sometimes it’s nice to turn on a little music to help you tune out all the noise around you. It can be easy to get distracted if your partner is ...

You've probably heard that classical music is good for studying, taking tests and doing creative work. This idea stems from the "Mozart Effect," a term coined in 1993 when scientists discovered that ...