98. Does Music Help You Study?

"Is it OK to listen to music while studying" is the #1 question Alix and I get asked when we're out running revision workshops in schools.It's a great question, because so many of us LOVE to have a bit of music in the background!But is music going to distract you?Or on the other hand, is there evidence for any benefits to listening to music?Join me as I take a look at what the evidence says, and offer up some top tips for how YOU should best think about using music while studying!For the blog article that accompanies this episode (including scientific references), see https://examstudyexpert.com/music-while-studying/*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).