The Effect of Classical Music on Memory Retention and Emotional Dysregulation in Traffic Police

Abstract

Music has a therapeutic effect on overcoming impaired cognitive dysfunction. This study aims to evaluate the effect of classical music on memory retention and its role in mitigating difficulties in emotion regulation among traffic police officers. A quasi-experimental study with a one-group pretest-posttest design was conducted on the participants (N = 9). Paired samples t-test was conducted to determine the effect of classical music on memory retention and difficulties in emotional regulation of traffic police officers. The results show that classical music has a significant effect on memory retention, t(8) = 5.196, p < 0.001, d = 1.732, and on reducing difficulties in emotional regulation, t(8) = 8.013, p < 0.001, d = 2,671. The findings suggest that classical music can serve as an effective intervention in improving cognitive and emotional functions, particularly in high-stress occupations like traffic policing. It is recommended that organizations incorporate structured music therapy programs to enhance the mental well-being and cognitive performance of employees. Further research with larger samples and diverse occupational settings is needed to generalize these findings.