How Coping Songs Relate to Well-Being Goals During COVID-19
Author Information
Author(s): Levy Adi, Granot Roni, Peres Renana
Primary Institution: The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Hypothesis
This paper aims to map the connection between an individual’s well-being goals and their chosen coping song.
Conclusion
The study found a significant association between certain topics in song lyrics and specific well-being goals.
Supporting Evidence
- The study analyzed 2,804 coping songs chosen by 5,619 participants.
- Significant associations were found between lyrics topics and well-being goals.
- Participants reported their well-being goals and selected coping songs during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Takeaway
People listen to certain songs to feel better during tough times, and the words in those songs can help them achieve their emotional goals.
Methodology
The study used a large-scale dataset of 2,804 coping songs chosen by individuals from 11 countries during COVID-19 lockdown and applied unsupervised topic modeling to identify themes in the lyrics.
Potential Biases
Potential cognitive and social biases in self-reported song choices.
Limitations
The study was exploratory and limited to a specific set of well-being goals and a single time point.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 5,619 participants from 11 countries, with a median age of 25-44 years and a majority being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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