Tunes that move us: the impact of music-induced emotions on prosocial decision-making.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The significance of music might be attributed to its role in social bonding, a function that has likely influenced the evolution of human musicality. Although there is substantial evidence for the relationship between prosocial songs and prosocial behavior, it remains unclear whether music alone, independent of lyrics, can influence prosocial behaviors. This study investigates whether music and the emotions it induces can influence prosocial decision-making, utilizing the classical two-dimensional model of emotion (mood and arousal).

Methods

In Experiment 1,42 undergraduate students listened to happy music (positive, high arousal), sad music (negative, low arousal), and white noise while reading stories describing helping scenarios and then assessed their willin

SUBMITTER: Wu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11754231 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature