Everyday music listening: The importance of individual and situational factors for musical emotions and stress reduction
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Helsing, M. (2012). Everyday music listening: The importance of individual and situational factors for musical emotions and stress reduction. Department of Psychology, University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Music listening primarily evokes positive emotions in listeners. Research has shown that positive emotions may be fundamental for improving both psychological and physical aspects of well-being. Besides from the music itself it is essential to consider individual and situational factors when…
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