Music Therapy for Emotional Health in Nursing Homes
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether group music therapy sessions can improve emotional well-being and mood in older adults living in long-term care facilities. You would attend group music sessions and answer some questions about how you're feeling.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You have lived in the long-term care facility for at least 3 months
- You can understand and answer simple questions (getting at most 2–3 wrong on a brief mental clarity test)
- You are in stable medical condition and able to join group activities
- You can communicate and complete surveys, with help if needed
- You are willing to be photographed during the sessions and sign a consent form
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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