Rhythm-Induced Altered States and the Evolution of Human Dance and Music
Fascinating life sciences 2026 Adriano R. Lameira, Marcus Perlman, Gabriela-Alina Sauciuc et al.
Abstract Across human cultures, rhythmic movement appears to be consistently associated with the induction of altered states of consciousness (ASCs), yet research on the topic remains scarce. In this chapter, we examine the potential role of rhythmic movement in ASC induction and its significance for understanding the evolution of dance and music. We discuss the cross-cultural spread of the...