Music lessons to build resilience in children from low-income families
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether music training can help build emotional strength in children aged 8-12 from low-income families in Hong Kong. It specifically looks at children who may be at risk for depression or anxiety.
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Who can take part
- You are 8 to 12 years old.
- You live in Hong Kong and speak Cantonese or Mandarin.
- Your family has a low income.
- You have some signs of depression or anxiety (based on a screening survey).
- You do not have any long-term health conditions or learning difficulties.
- You and your siblings are not currently taking music lessons or have not done so before this study.
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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