Psychological Effects of Metal
For a very long time now music has been used in many different means, whether it be entertainment or therapeutic. From dancing to escaping reality, music has many effects on the mind. I believe that within these effects, music holds more positive growth than negative. But what are some of the effects and who do they effect the most? More specifically, what are the effects of the heavy metal genre?
Dr. Katrina McFerran has stated “Most young people listen to a range of music in positive ways; to block out crowds, to lift their mood or to give them energy when exercising, but young people at risk of depression are more likely to be listening to music, particularly heavy metal music, in a negative way.” (Melbourne …show more content…
They do this to isolate themselves or escape from reality. If this behavior continues over a period of time then it might indicate that this young person is suffering from depression or anxiety, and at worst, might suggest suicidal tendencies.” (Melbourne Newsroom) I mean, this is also part of Dr. Mcferran’s theory on heavy metal.
To back up my theory on why this is wrong, have you ever heard an album or just a song that you loved so much and you listen to it over and over until you burn yourself out? For me, this is just an example of the fight against heavy metal music. In my time of listening to the genre, I have not experienced any negative feelings. I have only gained positivity from the music. Even when the music was promoting negative lyrics, but they still somehow connected to how I was feeling at that time and helped me.
Another example of the positive effects of metal are when you’re extremely angry, you can turn on an angry song and let it be your way of coping. Next time you get angry, turn on bands like Slipknot, Mudvayne, and Five Finger Death Punch. I bet that you feel a little, if not completely better when you’re done. This also works when feelings depressed or sad. I mean, you can even listen to metal when you’re happy. There is a band for …show more content…
“They used music to enhance their happiness, immerse themselves in feelings of love and enhance their well-being.” (Visser). Though the study does note that they didn’t conclude anything on long term effects.
One thing is for sure, music in general can be used for the same positive effects. It all really depends on personality type and what sounds your mind adapts to the most. Also, emotions play a huge role in what type of music helps a person more. “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” (Marley)
To conclude the argument, listening to angry music can help an angry attitude. While sad music will make you even more…sad. Regardless of the music, listening to it can be therapeutic to anyone. Keep listening and
For a very long time now music has been used in many different means, whether it be entertainment or therapeutic. From dancing to escaping reality, music has many effects on the mind. I believe that within these effects, music holds more positive growth than negative. But what are some of the effects and who do they effect the most? More specifically, what are the effects of the heavy metal genre?
Dr. Katrina McFerran has stated “Most young people listen to a range of music in positive ways; to block out crowds, to lift their mood or to give them energy when exercising, but young people at risk of depression are more likely to be listening to music, particularly heavy metal music, in a negative way.” (Melbourne …show more content…
They do this to isolate themselves or escape from reality. If this behavior continues over a period of time then it might indicate that this young person is suffering from depression or anxiety, and at worst, might suggest suicidal tendencies.” (Melbourne Newsroom) I mean, this is also part of Dr. Mcferran’s theory on heavy metal.
To back up my theory on why this is wrong, have you ever heard an album or just a song that you loved so much and you listen to it over and over until you burn yourself out? For me, this is just an example of the fight against heavy metal music. In my time of listening to the genre, I have not experienced any negative feelings. I have only gained positivity from the music. Even when the music was promoting negative lyrics, but they still somehow connected to how I was feeling at that time and helped me.
Another example of the positive effects of metal are when you’re extremely angry, you can turn on an angry song and let it be your way of coping. Next time you get angry, turn on bands like Slipknot, Mudvayne, and Five Finger Death Punch. I bet that you feel a little, if not completely better when you’re done. This also works when feelings depressed or sad. I mean, you can even listen to metal when you’re happy. There is a band for …show more content…
“They used music to enhance their happiness, immerse themselves in feelings of love and enhance their well-being.” (Visser). Though the study does note that they didn’t conclude anything on long term effects.
One thing is for sure, music in general can be used for the same positive effects. It all really depends on personality type and what sounds your mind adapts to the most. Also, emotions play a huge role in what type of music helps a person more. “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” (Marley)
To conclude the argument, listening to angry music can help an angry attitude. While sad music will make you even more…sad. Regardless of the music, listening to it can be therapeutic to anyone. Keep listening and