Fans of country music have the best mental health of all music consumers! 52% of country music listeners report that they have less stress and more happiness than other format listeners.
Only 17% of country music listeners reported poor mental health to this study.
The study asked fans to listen to music and report back how they felt. Some of the results included:
- Nearly 75 percent reported a mood boost or reduced stress levels.
- More than 60 percent felt happiness, comfort and energy, while also experiencing less anxiety.
- Nearly one-fifth of responders say music helps them sleep better.
Other findings within this study:
-Taylor Swift is the top artist for helping people through dark times.
-About 1 in 3 healthcare professionals think EDM is the best genre for improving mental health
-Reggae listeners also reported solid mental health.