Art promotes exploration of negative content (www.pnas.org)
from TacoButtPlug@sh.itjust.works to science@mander.xyz on 10 Mar 2025 06:49
https://sh.itjust.works/post/34135338

Abstract: Experiencing negative content through art has a unique power to transform our perceptions and foster engagement. While this idea has been widely discussed, empirical evidence is scarce, since experimental testing of art experiences poses significant challenges. Here, we aimed to fill this gap by quantifying and comparing individuals’ preference for engaging with art and nonart depicting matched negative content via two behavioral measures: the choice to engage vs. avoid and the duration of engagement.

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