listening ecology

Listening ecology refers to the study of how sound environments—comprising natural, human-made, and social sounds—affect our well-being and perception. It considers the complex interactions between sounds and listeners, recognizing that different environments influence our mood, behavior, and health. Just as ecology studies ecosystems and their balance, listening ecology examines the relationships between soundscapes and human experiences, highlighting the importance of creating healthy acoustic environments both indoors and outdoors for overall quality of life.