On this week’s program, Dr. Joe Sirven explores the power of music and sound as therapy for neurological disorders.
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, preliminary research suggests that music-based interventions may be helpful for anxiety, depressive symptoms and pain associated with a variety of health conditions.
Dr. Francis Collins, physician-scientist and National Institutes of Health distinguished investigator, explains how music therapy integrates with conventional medical treatments.
Then, Dr. Sirven and his guest discuss the common symptoms of andropause, the decline in male hormone production.
Stephen Ferrara, associate dean at Columbia School of Nursing and president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, explains physical and emotional effects of andropause and related lifestyle modifications.