A 2013 study in the Journal of Positive Psychology found that people who listened to upbeat music could improve their moods and boost their happiness in just two weeks. In the study ... brain functions. He said music can evoke emotion, help regain memories, stimulate new neural connections, and active attention. read more
Music unquestionably affects our emotions. We tend to listen to music that reflects our mood. When we're happy we may listen to upbeat music; when we're sad we may listen to slower, moving songs; when we're angry we may listen to darker music with heavy guitar, drums, and vocals that reflect our level of anger. read more
Music is a common phenomenon that crosses all borders of nationality, race, and culture. A tool for arousing emotions and feelings, music is far more powerful than language. An increased interest in how the brain processes musical emotion can be attributed to the way in which it is described as a "language of emotion" across cultures. read more