This thesis investigates the influence of music on cognitive and executive processes in sports, integrating theoretical perspectives with an experimental study. After a review of the psychology of music and its effects on emotions and performance, the main cognitive processes involved in sports activities—such as selective attention, cognitive inhibition, and processing speed—are analyzed. The empirical section explores how music listening can modulate arousal, perceived fatigue, and affective states. The participant sample was administered cognitive tasks (Stroop Test) and self-assessment instruments for emotional and mental states (Self-Assessment Manikin, I-PANAS-SF, PAAS Mental Effort Scale). The results suggest that music can enhance cognitive efficiency and reduce perceived effort, supporting the idea that it represents a valuable psychological ally in athletic performance.
La presente tesi indaga l’influenza della musica sui processi cognitivi ed esecutivi nello sport, integrando prospettive teoriche e un’indagine sperimentale. Dopo una rassegna sulla psicologia della musica e sui suoi effetti su emozioni e performance, vengono analizzati i principali processi cognitivi coinvolti nell’attività sportiva, quali attenzione selettiva, inibizione cognitiva e velocità di elaborazione. La parte empirica ha esplorato come l’ascolto musicale possa modulare l’arousal, la percezione della fatica e l’affettività. Il campione di partecipanti è stato sottoposto a prove cognitive (Stroop test) e a strumenti di autovalutazione emotiva e mentale (Self-Assessment Manikin, I-Panas-SF, Paas Mental Effort Scale). I risultati suggeriscono che la musica può favorire una migliore efficienza cognitiva e una riduzione dello sforzo percepito, supportando l’idea che essa rappresenti un valido alleato psicologico nella prestazione sportiva.
Il ruolo della musica auto-selezionata nella performance cognitiva: uno studio su atleti professionisti e dilettanti.
PAULETTA, GIOVANNI
2024/2025
Abstract
This thesis investigates the influence of music on cognitive and executive processes in sports, integrating theoretical perspectives with an experimental study. After a review of the psychology of music and its effects on emotions and performance, the main cognitive processes involved in sports activities—such as selective attention, cognitive inhibition, and processing speed—are analyzed. The empirical section explores how music listening can modulate arousal, perceived fatigue, and affective states. The participant sample was administered cognitive tasks (Stroop Test) and self-assessment instruments for emotional and mental states (Self-Assessment Manikin, I-PANAS-SF, PAAS Mental Effort Scale). The results suggest that music can enhance cognitive efficiency and reduce perceived effort, supporting the idea that it represents a valuable psychological ally in athletic performance.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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