Plain-English translation of NCT07218055 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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This trial is testing whether weekly music therapy sessions can help children manage depression. Researchers will work with participants at a music school, providing one-hour therapy sessions each week. The study will measure changes in depression symptoms and emotional resilience before, during, and after the treatment.
Depression in children is a serious concern, and researchers want to explore whether music therapy — a gentler, creative approach — can help alongside or instead of traditional treatments. This study aims to understand whether engaging with music in a structured way can improve mood and help children feel more resilient.
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If you join, you will be assigned to either the music therapy group or a comparison group. Both groups will complete depression and resilience assessments before the study starts. The music therapy group will attend 11 weekly one-hour music therapy sessions at Third Street Music School, working with trained therapists. Both groups will complete follow-up assessments after the sessions end to measure any changes in depression and emotional strength.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 2, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Collaborators
Third Street Music School
Enrollment target
~20 participants
Started
September 2025
Primary completion
August 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
7 Years – 15 Years
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in July 2026.
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Central contact
Shantelena Mouzon
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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