Journal of evidence-based integrative medicineHumansMaleFemaleDepressionReaction Time
Neural and Behavioral Effects of Harp Music: Frontal Alpha Suppression and Reaction Times in Relation to Depression-Related Traits.
Misako Matsui, Yuri Masaoka, Nobuyoshi Koiwa, Motoyasu Honma, Akira Yoshikawa, Shota Kosuge, Miku Kosuge, Daiki Shoji, Shunsuke Sakakura, Katsunori Inagaki, Masahiko Izumizaki
Published: 202610.1177/2515690X261418393
Abstract
Background/ObjectivesHarp music has long been used for comfort and healing, yet its neural mechanisms remain unclear. This study examined how major and minor harp sounds influence frontal alpha activity, mood, and reaction times, with a focus on depr…
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