The Impact of Borderline Personality Disorder on Music Preferences

Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) exhibit distinct music preferences, favoring reflective and complex genres such as classical and jazz over intense, rebellious ones, with the severity of BPD symptoms influencing these preferences and the psychological functions of music. This insight opens new avenues for tailored music therapy interventions, promising more effective therapeutic outcomes. Understanding the specific music preferences and the psychological needs that music fulfills for individuals with BPD can inform more tailored and effective music therapy interventions, potentially enhancing therapeutic outcomes.