Health - Well-being. Why is singing good for your health?

Scientific studies prove it: singing every day provides us with many benefits, both psychologically and physiologically.

Generally speaking, and compared to simply listening to music, singing aloud improves our well-being and mood.

This is especially true if you're part of a singing group. And for good reason: according to scientific literature, singing also improves the regulation of hormones such as endorphins and oxytocin, which are associated with well-being and pleasure.

A physical activity

And therefore, to the reduction of stress. In this regard, many researchers therefore emphasize a "positive impact on quality of life" and quite simply the pleasure that each person experiences in singing. This impact on our well-being would also be reflected at the psychosocial level, in other words, in our daily relationships, which would be facilitated.

Physiologically, the impact would be primarily on the respiratory muscles, which are significantly strengthened. So much so that some authors compare singing to a real physical activity, particularly for the diaphragm muscles.

It also helps combat various speech-related motor abnormalities and helps control swallowing. Not only that, but singing also has beneficial effects on the immune system and even pain management.

Prevention

Do you enjoy singing? These are all good reasons to join a choir. As London-based psychologist Natacha Hendry (University of West London, Brentford) summarizes, having compiled several studies on the subject: "Group singing could be an effective means of preventing mental and physical health problems. It could also help reduce financial pressures on health and social care systems."