Music activities for depression and sleep in frail older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether music activities can help improve mood and sleep for frail older adults who attend adult day care centers. If you feel down or have trouble sleeping, this music program might help.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You go to an adult day care center.
- You have some signs of frailty (e.g., feeling weak or tired often).
- You feel down or have poor sleep.
- You can communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese.
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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