PSY510 PSY 510 Final Project.docx- SNHU

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PSY510 PSY 510 Final Project.docx- SNHU

Problem StatementMusic can be used in various ways, including therapy, changing the present mood and psychological state, and triggering physiological change. There are several different genres of music to choose from and every person has a favorite that they prefer over the other. Musical preferences are often chosen by the current mood of the individual or what they are doing at the time (i.e. homework, exercising, cleaning, etc.). For example, if an individual undergoes a break-up, they will typically turn to an emotional song that they can relate to; which provides them a sense of solace (Koelsch & Taruffi, 2014). There are numerous research studies exploring the effects of music on a person’s mood and mental/emotional state (Joshi, 2013).

PSY510 PSY 510 Final Project.docx- SNHU

According to total-NET (2017), researchers have investigated the alpha and beta brainwave patterns in two different states of the mind (a.k.a. attention and meditation). Music can stimulate more areas of the brain compared to every other human function. Music is capable of not only changes in mental well-being but can be used as a therapy for patients who struggle with speech and memory (Mannes, 2011). Music is powerful and can affect people in numerous ways and this research aims to gain a better understanding of music’s effect on a person’s mood. Investigating music’s effects on the mind and body can provide insight into therapeutic ways to help people with mental disorders. This research could be the breakthrough that society needs to transition from less pharmaceutical drugs to more homeopathic healing.

PSY510 PSY 510 Final Project.docx- SNHU

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