Stroking Stimuli to Ear Induces Pleasant Feelings while Listening to Sounds

We investigated whether stroking stimuli near the external auditory meatus while listening to sounds enhances pleasant feelings. Previous studies have demonstrated that vibratory manipulate emotions evoked by watching videos or sounds; however, none effects of through which vagus nerves extend. Participants were exposed three types with and without their ears, selected one stimulus condition induced intense When sound presented ear, joyful feelings intensified, whereas depressing weakened. Stroking stimulation outer ears in combination was suggested induce positive