Ansiedade na performance musical

: um estudo exploratório sobre intervenções com atividade eletrodérmica

Abstract

Currently, Music Performance Anxiety is a significant concern in the literature, negatively affecting both the quality of musical performance and the general well-being of musicians. Studies indicate that MPA can be triggered by biological, psychological, and situational factors, manifesting through cognitive, affective, behavioral, and somatic symptoms. Traditional interventions include cognitive and behavioral techniques, but recently, neurophysiological approaches such as Biofeedback and Neurofeedback have gained prominence due to their ability to provide greater control over physiological stress responses. The primary objective of this pilot study was to explore the feasibility of an experimental Neurofeedback protocol based on functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy signal, associated with the continuous recording of Electrodermal Activity as an objective indicator of stress. electrodermal activity was used in this study to measure participants' stress levels and to assess the impact of an Neurofeedback session on reducing stress responses in young musicians. The experimental protocol included two musical performances in the presence of a simulated jury of experts. The results indicated that there were no significant differences in electrodermal activity between neutral and aversive stimuli. Additionally, other variables such as prior musical training, years of practice, and type of instrument did not have a significant influence on the results.

Date of Award	10 Oct 2024
Original language	Portuguese
Awarding Institution	Universidade Católica Portuguesa
Supervisor	Patrícia Oliveira-Silva (Supervisor)