Social interactions have a significant impact on health in humans and animal models. Social isolation initiates a cascade of stress-related physiological disorders and stands as a significant risk factor for a wide spectrum of morbidity and mortality. Indeed, social isolation stress (SIS) is indicative of cognitive decline and risk to neurodegenerative conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease […]
Published on September 21, 2023
Group music making, like a harmonious symphony of collaboration, offers an intriguing window into the complexities of human social interaction. In their groundbreaking study, Demos and Palmer (D+P) suggest that our current approach to studying musical group synchrony limits our understanding of the overall dynamics. They propose a bold shift from examining individual relationships within […]
Published on September 21, 2023
When it comes to syncing up with others in time, it turns out that our ability to do so extends beyond simple coordination. Musical synchrony, which involves aligning our actions with others in a harmonious way, reveals fascinating insights about the dynamics of social interaction. In a recent study, researchers explored the perceptual and attentional […]
Published on September 21, 2023
