I am conducting a research project that investigates whether auditory stimuli can reduce self-reported stress and anxiety while improving physiological indicators of relaxation, specifically heart rate. The goal of this study is to assess the potential of sound-based therapies as an accessible and scalable complement to existing mental health interventions. This project builds on my interest in non-invasive approaches to mental health support and reflects refinements made after my proposal presentation, including a clearer integration of subjective and objective measures.

To complete this project, I will use a dual research mechanism that combines a small-scale clinical trial with survey-based research, supported by library and internet research on prior studies in sound therapy and stress physiology. In the clinical component, participants will be exposed to specific auditory stimuli while physiological data, such as heart rate, are recorded to evaluate objective relaxation responses. In parallel, surveys administered before and after exposure will measure participants’ perceived stress and anxiety levels. By combining experimental data with self-reported responses, this study aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the effects of auditory stimuli on stress. The final product will be a formal research paper that analyzes and synthesizes these findings, accompanied by data tables and visualizations illustrating both physiological and survey-based results.