This chapter explores why music has a strong impact on individuals during adolescence and throughout their lives. It discusses the psychological concept of memory bumps and the hormonal changes and emotional turmoil during this time that contribute to the power of music in shaping memories and emotions.
Music is central to the human experience. We celebrate with it, commiserate through it - often some of our strongest memories are tied to it.
On All in the Mind this week, how music affects us from the womb through the rest of our lives - and what new research tells us about its measurable impact on our mental health.
Plus, the 'plink' test - how our musical memories can identify a track from just a sliver of song, and the power of music to shape our emotions.