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The rewards of music listening: Response and physiological connectivity of the mesolimbic system

Published Oct 1, 2005 · V. Menon, D. Levitin

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Study Snapshot

Listening to music strongly modulates activity in mesolimbic structures involved in reward processing, resulting in physiological reactions and understanding why listening to music is one of the most rewarding and pleasurable human experiences.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

The rewards of music listening: Response and physiological connectivity of the mesolimbic system

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