Do you listen to music while studying or working?

Question

Do you listen to music while studying or working? Does it help you focus? Why? Why not? What type of music do you listen to?

Answer 1

i learned in psychology that when you listen to music while studying your brain cues certain parts of your studying to the music.. for example if i was studying for a science test about rocks everytime i see that rock my brain cues to the music but without the music there as a cue it takes alot longer to get the info from the brain. my professor said that she would allow us to bring in the music w/ us when we took the test as long as she previewed it first... but it does effect you greatly..and no the type of music doesnt matter but the funny part is is its not just music, its the television or background noise also thats why they always tell you to find a nice quiet place to study!!! well i hope i helped

Answer 2

I had a job where I could not function unless I had my music. It really helps me focus and work with more ease. I like to listen to my favorite local radio station, or Sirius satellite radio on the internet. I was always by myself so I didn't feel so alone with the music.

Now I work in a very quiet office where there is no music and it is not so bad because there are people around me. I also have more time to answer questions!

I also listen to music while dressing, doing the dishes or anything. I like to have background noise.

Answer 3

I can listen to music and do math. I could at work but I don't. I can't read words and listen to music at the same time or I get distracted by the music. I love country music the best also like holiday and contemporary christian music.

Answer 4

Yes. Ever since I was in jr. high, I've listened to music while I studied. At work, I have always had headphones and listen to music while I'm at my desk (I'm at my desk, listening to my iPod right now). I find the music occupies parts of my mind that would otherwise be distracted, allowing me to focus.

I listen to all sorts of music. Today it's been the Beta Band, Gorillaz, Erasure and now The Leaves. Generally alternative/pop.

Answer 5

Yes, I do listen to music when I am studying because I cannot stand the quiet. If it is quiet in the room I focus in on the littlest of sounds, such as a ticking clock, and my mind wanders. However, keeping music on does in fact help me focus. I usually listen to classical or movie soundtracks when studying.

Answer 6

i used to listen to music while working but it made me too emotional and in a good or bad way depending on the song, so i switched to talk radio which is even better. it not only helped me focus and prevent boredom, but i was also being informed about things going on in the world while being entertained. plus, some dj's can be really funny and then i have to keep from busting out laughing and annoying my coworkers. another good thing is i'm usually the one who knows all about the current events or be able to elaborate on certain topics when i chat with employees because i heard about it on the radio first.

Answer 7

i personally have to be in complete silence while working. this is just the way i function. other people are the complete opposite, they need noise while working. this happens by what you are used to hearing. if you are used to loud areas and go to concerts a lot, then music and noise comfort you. If not, than, you like silence. The same things is for sleeping. Some people like sleeping with music on.

Answer 8

I listen to music cuz it stops my mind from wondering while working or cleaning my home as well.I listen to everything.Sometimes I can't listen to what I like most (R n B) cuz I end up dancing and singing so then it happens that I don't get things done sometimes.It does help me concentrate big time.

Answer 9

I listen to heavy metal and psychedelic music when i study. It keeps me from getting bored so that i dont slack off. It also helps to pass the time.

Answer 10

yes but i dont listen to music with words when i study, like instrumental version of songs or classical music while u study is really relaxing.