Timeless Tunes: The Lifelong Impact of Music on Memory and Emotion

Poster Session X

Sunday May 25, 2025 (09:00 - 10:00 ET)
Keyword: Music and Arts

Abstract: We examined whether music from ages 15-24 holds special meaning for individuals across the lifespan. Results reinforce the importance of music from this era, with songs from this time period being associated with stronger, more vivid memories and stronger positive emotions than those from later decades of adulthood.