Summary: Recent research reveals that individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) exhibit distinct music preferences, favoring reflective and complex genres such as classical and jazz over intense, rebellious ones.
The study, involving 549 participants, highlights how the severity of BPD symptoms influences these preferences and the psychological functions of music, emphasizing its role in emotional regulation and social connectivity.
Music’s functions act as mediators in forming these preferences, suggesting that musical tastes among individuals with BPD reflect their internal psychological needs. This insight opens new avenues for tailored music therapy interventions, promising more effective therapeutic outcomes.
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