The study is a 2x2 randomized crossover study. Participants are randomized to listen to one of two music tracks: "Orinoco Flow" by Enya or "Raining Blood" by Slayer. Prior to the intervention, participants' breath alcohol levels are measured through a breathalyzer test. The intervention involves a cold water test, where the participant's dominant hand is submerged in water at 4-5 degrees Celsius. Participants are instructed to keep their hand in the water until the pain becomes too intense, but no longer than 5 minutes. Two hours after the first test, the same procedure is repeated, but participants listen to the other music track than they did during the first test. Participants receive no instructions on how to behave during the 2-hour interval. The experiment takes place during the music festival CopenHell (June 19-22, 2024), provided that there is approval from relevant authorities. Two hours after the first test, the same procedure is repeated, but participants listen to the other music track than in the first test. Participants are given no instructions on how to behave during the 2-hour interval.
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pain responsiveness
Timeframe: 300 seconds