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March 3, 2026Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative MedicineOpen Access

Neural and Behavioral Effects of Harp Music: Frontal Alpha Suppression and Reaction Times in Relation to Depression-Related Traits

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MMMisako MatsuiYMYuri MasaokaNKNobuyoshi Koiwa

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Overview

Observational analysis reveals frontal alpha suppression with harp music in individuals with lower depression traits, suggesting therapeutic benefits.

Key Points

  • Frontal alpha suppression is associated with faster auditory reaction times during harp listening for those with lower depression scores.
  • Individuals with lower depression traits showed marked changes in neuroactivity linked to harp sounds, compared to those with higher scores.
  • EEG measurements captured changes in alpha activity while participants listened to harp music and completed reaction-time tasks.
  • Implications highlight the need to consider depression-related traits when evaluating the therapeutic effects of music on mood.

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Matsui et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a75c98c6e9836116a2597bhttps://doi.org/10.1177/2515690x261418393
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