Music training increases phonological awareness and reading skills in developmental dyslexia: A randomized control trial.
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This study shows that structured music training can strengthen rhythm and timing skills that support speech and reading, suggesting that families affected by 16p11.2—where language, reading, and sound‑processing challenges are common—may consider music‑based activities or programs as a practical, enjoyable way to support phonological awareness, early literacy, and overall learning alongside traditional therapies.