Garth Kroeker

I believe that many creative modalities can be usefully included in a therapeutic relationship.    There are times when spoken dialog can be...

There's a lot out there about various exercises or games you can do to keep your brain sharp. I would like to compile a list of things f...

The field of optimizing study or practice time is quite interesting. There are elements of wisdom from diverse points of view, such as from...

Drum circles are groups where people gather to pound drums together: producing, hearing, and appreciating rhythms. The perception of rhythm ...

This post begins my review of Doidge's references from his book on neuroplasticity. The first references I have looked through pertain t...

There are a number of reasons why singing (out loud!) can be beneficial for mood: 1) the parts of the brain, as well as the facial and phary...

Peace and quiet are important for mental and physical health. Here are a few links to references: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1475772...

Life is full of repetition. Life problems, including many of those associated with depression, involve a lot of repetition, and monotony. Sy...

The intersection between music and emotion is complex. Musical preferences or predilections are often very personal and individual, and are ...