Relieving Stress with Music During Midterms
According to the American Psychological Association, 30% of students feel overwhelmed, depressed, or sad due to academic pressures. This percentage increases during midterms due to high-stakes tests, increased workload, and self-doubt.
Students often search for outlets to cope with stress, and music has become a popular means to find calm in the digital age.
Listeners can look up keywords on Spotify and Apple Music, such as "relaxing mix", to find a sense of calm.
- High-stakes nature of tests
- Increased workload
- Self-doubt
Author's summary: Music helps students relieve stress during midterms.