Music therapy for depression and anxiety in men
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special type of music therapy, based on Chinese five-element theory, can help men with depression and anxiety. It is designed for male inpatients who have not taken antidepressants recently.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 18 and 44 years old
- You have been diagnosed with depression or recurrent depression
- You will be staying in the hospital for more than six weeks
- You have not taken antidepressant medication in the last six months
- You have no serious medical or mental health conditions besides depression
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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