Study Of Music Preference And Personality In Young Adults

Abstract

The study investigates the relationship between music preference and personality traits among young adults aged 18-26, focusing on a sample primarily from Kerala and Punjab, India. A total of 100 participants were selected based on their gender and music listening habits. Music preferences were categorized into Reflective & Complex, Intense & Rebellious, Upbeat & Conventional, and Energetic & Rhythmic, while personality traits were assessed using the Big Five model: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism. Data analysis involved correlation analysis, independent samples t-tests, and effect size calculations.

Results revealed significant correlations between certain music preferences and personality traits, supporting hypotheses regarding the relationship between music types and personality traits. Gender differences in music preferences and personality traits were also explored, providing insights into potential gender-related variations in musical behaviors and psychological characteristics among young adults.Limitations of the study, including sample size and homogeneity, as well as the cross-sectional design, are acknowledged. Future research directions are suggested, emphasizing the need for larger and more diverse samples, longitudinal studies, and multimodal assessment approaches to deepen our understanding of the interconnectedconnections between music preference and personality in young adults.