Art therapy for mood and symptoms in palliative care
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a single art therapy session can improve mood and reduce symptom burden for patients in a palliative care unit. It aims to see if creative expression can help you feel better emotionally and physically.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are currently admitted to a palliative care unit
- You can communicate and fill out simple questionnaires (with or without help)
- You can take part in a 30-60 minute art therapy session
- You have not been admitted or discharged within the last 48 hours
- You do not have severe confusion, uncontrolled symptoms, or delirium
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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