Psychology (PSYC5021)

This report aims to provide an overview of the assessments conducted with Sam, focusing on his strengths and challenges to help guide the approach in supporting his learning and social development. Sam is a 9-year-old boy who lives with his mother and younger sister in Oxford. His early development was generally typical with no significant events reported, though some difficulties have emerged as he’s progressed through primary school. Sam is particularly strong in math and science but stru...

This study investigates gender differences in emotional responses to music, examining how males and females react to various musical excerpts differing in tempo, genre, and lyrical themes. A sample of 21 participants (13 females, 8 males) listened to six distinct musical excerpts and rated their emotional responses using the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS). Beats Per Minute (BPM) and tempo were measured using Sonic Visualiser to ensure precise analysis and control. It was hypothesi...

Music has become increasingly important as our lives get busier. Due to its impact on emotions and well-being, researchers are examining how often people utilise music to decrease stress. This research examines how teens manage stress with music. An exploratory sequential mixed approach will help studies in succession. First, a qualitative study using open-ended questions to examine how music influences mood and stress. The first study's themes provided a theoretical model operationalized into ...