The Psychological Power of Love Songs - Why Ballads Control Our Brains

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The Psychological Power of Love Songs - Why Ballads Control Our Brains

21 feb 2024 · 25 min. 56 sec.

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This episode explores the science behind love songs and why they have such a powerful effect on human emotion and behavior. It analyzes the specific musical qualities and psychological mechanisms...

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This episode explores the science behind love songs and why they have such a powerful effect on human emotion and behavior. It analyzes the specific musical qualities and psychological mechanisms that make romantic ballads feel so intimate and emotionally potent. The article also examines evolutionary theories about why love songs physically arouse listeners and motivate real-world mating behaviors. Tracing love music's cultural influence, it reveals a dark history of musicians using songs' formidable power for manipulation and abuse. Finally, the piece looks at probable future trends as society's attitudes about relationships evolve in our technological age. Ultimately, it's a deep dive into timeless love melodies' invisible influence over our innermost dreams, desires and destinies.

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Autore	Katie Brown
Organizzazione	William Corbin
Sito	-
Tag	#abuse #anthropology #arousal #attraction #biology #brain #culture #evolution #history #hormones #love #music #neurobiology #neuroscience #pheromones #psychology #relationships #science #sex #technology