How Does Brief Mindfulness Training Influence Neurophysiology During Working Memory in Musicians With Music Performance Anxiety?
Psychological Reports August 28, 2026 DOI: 10.1177/00332941261484083 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| 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?
Comparable studies
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