Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

2024

Keywords

Sound Vibration, Academic Performance, Psychological Well-being, Cerebrospinal Fluid Circulation

Abstract

This study investigates the development and application of monitoring equipment for sound vibration in neuroscience, focusing on its effects on high school students' academic performance and psychological well-being. The premise of the research is based on the phenomenon where sound vibrations from speech induce vibrations in the cranial bones, which is hypothesized to improve cerebrospinal fluid circulation, thus enhancing nutrient exchange within brain tissues. This enhancement could potentially elevate cognitive capabilities, academic achievements, and reduce psychological stress among students.

To verify the effects of sound vibration on learning outcomes, controlled experiments were performed in schools located in Beijing and Henan, China. The study divided participants into groups based on their habit of reading aloud. In Beijing, an experimental group engaged in scheduled reading sessions was compared to a control group that did not practice reading aloud. The participants were students without a pre-existing habit of reading aloud, and the reading material covered subjects like language arts and English. The sessions were integrated into the school's daily schedule. A novel, wearable head-mounted device developed in collaboration with Tsinghua University's Architectural Acoustics Laboratory measured the sound vibration levels during these sessions.

The research findings reveal a significant correlation between the quantity of cranial vibration from reading aloud and improvements in students' academic performances. The experimental group exhibited notable grade improvements, especially in the subjects included in the reading sessions. Furthermore, the study examined the relationship between sound vibration from reading aloud and psychological stress by assessing changes in saliva cortisol levels before and after the reading activities. Results demonstrated a negative correlation between sound vibration levels and cortisol levels, indicating that increased cranial vibration from reading aloud could potentially lower psychological stress.

In conclusion, the study provides evidence that sound vibration reading positively influences high school students' academic achievements and reduces psychological stress. The development of a portable, head-mounted sound vibration monitoring device presents a new avenue for leveraging the benefits of sound vibration in educational and psychological interventions. This research contributes to the understanding of how physiological processes influenced by external physical stimuli, like sound vibration, can impact cognitive and psychological outcomes, offering a novel approach to improving student performance and well-being.

Source Publication

The 17th ISATE 2024

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