Are Kids Influenced by Songs About Sex?
Do sexualized lyrics in popular music have an impact on the sexual behavior and attitudes of adolescents? A new study from Brigham Young University investigates the impact of sexualized lyrics on...
View ArticleAttention Parents! Early Music Lessons Boost Brain Development
Sorry kids, you can’t skip those piano lessons. They’re too good for you! If you started piano lessons in grade one, or played the recorder in kindergarten, thank your parents and teachers. Those...
View ArticleWhy Does Sad Music Make Us Happy?
Researchers believe that sadness experienced through art actually feels pleasant, possibly because it does not pose an actual threat to our safety. Sad music might actually evoke positive emotions...
View ArticleCan A Store’s Music Influence What You Buy?
Music is a powerful tool of influence that is used routinely to maximize the buying behavior of a consumer. Have you ever noticed the music playing in your supermarket or your favorite store? Do you...
View ArticleListening To ‘Beautiful But Sad’ Music Helps Lift Your Mood
New research has found that ‘beautiful but sad’ music helps us feel better when we’re feeling blue. Do you listen to music when you feel sad? If so, what kind of music is it? A new, European study...
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