Music and the Mind
Discover the Human Mind: Psychology Webinar Series
Have you ever wondered why a song can change your mood?
In this webinar, we’ll explore the psychology of music. We’ll start by briefly discussing evolutionary theories of music perception, before looking at factors that can influence our appreciation of music. For example, we’ll consider how cultural differences, individual differences, and contextual factors can influence our appreciation and enjoyment of music. Finally, we’ll review research that has looked at the therapeutic benefits of music.
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This session will be delivered through the medium of English.
Speaker
Dr Awel Vaughan-Evans
Awel is a Reader in psychology at the School of Psychology and Sport Science, and as such is involved in many modules across all three years. She is currently the Module Organiser on two Year 1 interdisciplinary research methods modules that are delivered in Welsh. Awel is also the module organiser of a third-year module that focuses on the cross-disciplinary topic of Neuroaesthetics, and is the lead for the psychology dissertation modules, all of which are delivered in both English and Welsh.
Awel currently supervises undergraduate research projects investigating the broad topics of bilingualism, language use, language learning, and neuroaesthetics. Awel’s research mainly focuses on bilingualism. She is particularly interested in the way a bilingual’s languages interact, and uses a variety of research methods (including eyetracking and ERPs) in her research. Awel is also interested in the perception and appreciation of music and poetry.