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Phoenix666 [soylentnews.org] writes:

Sounds, such as music and noise, are capable of reliably affecting individuals' moods and emotions [sciencedaily.com], possibly by regulating brain dopamine, a neurotransmitter strongly involved in emotional behavior and mood regulation.

However, the relationship of sound environments with mood and emotions is highly variable across individuals. A putative source of variability is genetic background.

In this regard, a new imaging genetics study directed by Professor Elvira Brattico from Aarhus University and conducted in two Italian hospitals in collaboration with the University of Helsinki (Finland) has provided the first evidence that the effects of music and noise on affective behavior and brain physiology are associated with genetically determined dopamine functionality.

This suggests techies are hard-wired on a genetic level to dislike certain kinds of music [youtu.be].

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