Scientists Suggest “Rehabilitating” Painful Songs to Heal Emotional Wounds
For many Thais, music is intertwined with life’s milestones—from temple fairs to school graduations, from heartbreak to celebration. But what happens when a cherished tune becomes a trigger for emotional pain? Recent research highlighted in The Guardian reveals that, while certain songs can evoke distressing memories, it may be possible to “rehabilitate” these painful musical associations through deliberate, positive experiences—a finding with significant implications for mental health and well-being in Thailand and beyond (The Guardian).