Music in the brain: The first imaging genetic study linking dopaminergic genes to music
Wednesday, December 21, 2016 - 16:01
in Psychology & Sociology
Sounds, such as music and noise, are capable of reliably affecting individuals' moods and emotions, possibly by regulating brain dopamine, a neurotransmitter strongly involved in emotional behavior and mood regulation. However, the relationship of sound environments with mood and emotions is highly variable across individuals. A putative source of variability is genetic background, a study shows.