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Art promotes exploration of negative content (www.pnas.org)

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Abstract: Experiencing negative content through art has a unique power to transform our perceptions and foster engagement. While this idea has been widely discussed, empirical evidence is scarce, since experimental testing of art experiences poses significant challenges. Here, we aimed to fill this gap by quantifying and comparing individuals’ preference for engaging with art and nonart depicting matched negative content via two behavioral measures: the choice to engage vs. avoid and the duration of engagement.

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[–] hilliard@lemmy.world 1 points 4 hours ago

interesting [wish I had access]. Fight with Cudgels "depicts two men fighting one another with cudgels, as they seem to be trapped knee-deep in a quagmire of mud or sand". I wouldnt call it my favourite painting, but it moves me in an extreme and unique way