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Joyful Music Cuts Carsickness by Over 57%: Study

9/3/2025

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A study in *Frontiers in Human Neuroscience* found joyful music reduced carsickness by 57.3%, and soft music by 56.7%.
Sad music had a lesser effect, reducing carsickness by 40%.
The research indicates music may be a non-invasive remedy for motion sickness in air and sea travel.
EEG data showed brain activity changes related to carsickness, suggesting the need for larger studies.

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A study in *Frontiers in Human Neuroscience* found joyful music reduced carsickness by 57.3%, and soft music by 56.7%.
Sad music had a lesser effect, reducing carsickness by 40%.
The research indicates music may be a non-invasive remedy for motion sickness in air and sea travel.
EEG data showed brain activity changes related to carsickness, suggesting the need for larger studies.