The Therapeutic Power of Drumming with Greg Whitt: Bonus Episode

What are some of the surprising mental health benefits clients can receive from drumming? How does music interact with mood? What are some tips for therapists who want to start a drum circle? MEET GREG WHITTAt https://www.drumforchange.com/ (Drum for Change), Greg Whitt facilitates workshops and retreats designed to connect people to one another and to the world around them. Greg studied holistic lifestyle practices in graduate school at the Maryland University of Integrative Health. His studies focused on how ancient wisdom traditions can benefit modern society. His studies support his work in leading interactive and experiential education programs in corporations, congregations, communities, and classrooms. Cleverly disguised as music, his programs are actually hands-on philosophy, teaching how to live, work, and play well together in a community. Visit the https://www.drumforchange.com/ (Drum for Change website). Connect with them on https://www.facebook.com/DrumForChange/ (Facebook) and https://www.youtube.com/user/DrumForChange/videos (Youtube). Connect with Greg on https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhitt (LinkedIn) or email him at: gregory@drumforchange.com IN THIS PODCAST:Drumming benefits for mental health Music and mood Advice for therapists wanting to start a drumming group Drumming benefits for mental health Dr. Barry Bittman, a neurologist, came together with a music therapist to study the benefits of music and drumming on people’s physiological wellbeing. Together, they did clinical studies on the benefits of music alongside treatment when working with patients who struggled with burnout and cancer. In their research studies they discovered the science that proves group drumming in a particular way will boost the immune system and reduce the stress response … other agencies have done similar work and validated that all this is true. (Greg Whitt) Music and mood It is a well-known phenomenon that putting on your favorite song or the songs that you loved from your youth will get you in a bett