Lyrics of longing: Exploring the role of music in the lived experience of homesickness among college students

IF 1.6 3区心理学 0 MUSIC

Psychology of Music Pub Date : 2024-09-19 DOI:10.1177/03057356241271032

Simran Gidwani, Veenashree Anchan, Nisha James

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Abstract

The study investigates the multifaceted role of music during homesickness among first-year college students in India. As compared to other mental health outcomes, homesickness is a relatively understudied phenomenon, yet noteworthy due to its direct association with depression and anxiety. Although empirical evidence about music highlights its therapeutic potential for managing stress and anxiety, few studies have explored its role in connection with homesickness. The data for this study were collected through semi-structured interviews with 10 students about their perception of using music during homesickness. Through interpretative phenomenological analysis, the emerging themes pointed to a mixed influence, highlighting the bittersweet nature of music during homesickness. While music validates feelings and boosts confidence and motivation, it also triggers restorative nostalgia and serves as an escape from confronting homesickness. Moreover, native songs fostered an appreciation for one’s culture and helped students connect with their roots. The study contributes to understanding how music is a versatile tool for students dealing with homesickness, offering solace and potential challenges. It serves as a guide to future intervention studies that could explore music’s long-term influences. Recognising the diverse ways students perceive and respond to music provides valuable insights for developing tailored interventions and support systems.

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思念的歌词探索音乐在大学生思乡生活体验中的作用

本研究调查了音乐在印度大学一年级学生思乡期间的多方面作用。与其他心理健康结果相比，思乡是一种研究相对不足的现象，但由于它与抑郁和焦虑直接相关，因此值得注意。尽管有关音乐的经验证据强调了音乐在控制压力和焦虑方面的治疗潜力，但很少有研究探讨音乐在思乡方面的作用。本研究通过对 10 名学生进行半结构式访谈，收集了他们在思乡期间使用音乐的感受。通过解释性现象学分析，新出现的主题指向了一种混合影响，突出了思乡期间音乐的苦乐参半性质。音乐在验证情感、增强信心和动力的同时，也引发了恢复性的乡愁，并成为一种逃避思乡的方式。此外，乡土歌曲还促进了对自身文化的欣赏，帮助学生与自己的根联系在一起。这项研究有助于了解音乐是如何成为学生应对思乡之情的多功能工具，提供慰藉和潜在挑战。这项研究还为今后的干预研究提供了指导，有助于探索音乐的长期影响。认识到学生感知音乐和对音乐做出反应的不同方式，为制定有针对性的干预措施和支持系统提供了宝贵的见解。

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Psychology of Music Multiple-

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4.00

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期刊介绍： Psychology of Music and SEMPRE provide an international forum for researchers working in the fields of psychology of music and music education, to encourage the exchange of ideas and to disseminate research findings. Psychology of Music publishes peer-reviewed papers directed at increasing the scientific understanding of any psychological aspect of music. These include studies on listening, performing, creating, memorising, analysing, describing, learning, and teaching, as well as applied social, developmental, attitudinal and therapeutic studies. Special emphasis is placed on studies carried out in naturalistic settings, especially those which address the interface between music psychology and music education.