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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Gandharv Walia

Psychology says people who keep changing radio channels to listen good songs aren't always looking for better music: What this behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who keep changing radio channels to listen good songs aren't necessarily difficult to please or simply looking for a particular singer. A person may change stations several times within a few minutes because a song does not hold attention, a commercial starts, or another channel may appear to offer something better. This habit can be understood through several areas of psychology and neuroscience. It can involve novelty seeking, boredom, reward anticipation, choice and the need for stimulation. However, changing radio channels is not a recognised psychological disorder or a clinical diagnosis. It is better understood as a common behaviour that can have several possible explanations.

What Psychology Says About Changing Radio Channels?

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