Music activities for depression and sleep in frail older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether participating in music activities can help improve depression and sleep quality in older adults who are frail. If you are 60+ and attend an adult day care center, you may benefit from this supportive, non-drug approach.
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Who can take part
- You must be 60 years old or older.
- You must currently attend an adult day care center.
- You must have at least mild frailty (using a standard frailty measure).
- You must have some symptoms of depression or poor sleep.
- You must be able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese and have no severe hearing/visual problems, severe psychiatric disorders, or dementia.
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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