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How Does Brief Mindfulness Training Influence Neurophysiology During Working Memory in Musicians With Music Performance Anxiety?

Psychol Rep August 28, 2026 DOI: 10.1177/00332941261484083 (opens in new tab)

Study at a glance

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Characteristics Randomized controlled trial Peer reviewed
Population Musicians with music performance anxiety
Intervention Mindfulness training
Topics Anxiety Meditation
Key findings The study suggests that brief mindfulness training modulates neurophysiological responses during working memory tasks in musicians with music performance anxiety, potentially reflecting improved attentional control. However, no significant behavioral improvements were observed, indicating that neural changes may precede performance gains.

Abstract

How Does Brief Mindfulness Training Influence Neurophysiology During Working Memory in Musicians With Music Performance Anxiety?