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Can sound and light waves calm the mind in schizophrenia?

NCT ID NCT07782034

Symptom relief Sponsor: National Cheng Kung University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether combining 40-Hz binaural beat music with rhythmic light stimulation can reduce anxiety and psychological distress in adults with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. Participants receive 20-minute sessions three times a week for 12 weeks, either with the active stimulation or a sham version. Researchers also measure changes in cognitive function and brain wave activity to see if this non-invasive approach has broader benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
40-Hz binaural beat music combined with 40-Hz rhythmic photic stimulation
What this could lead to
If effective, this drug-free approach could offer a new way to reduce anxiety and improve thinking in people with schizophrenia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not generalize. The effects could be modest or no better than a placebo.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

55 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2024

Finished

Jul 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder according to DSM-5 criteria, made by a board-certified psychiatrist at least 1 year prior to enrollment. 2. Age 20 to 60 years. 3. Stable psychiatric symptoms, with no adjustment of major psychotropic medications for at least 2 consecutive months. 4. No severe hearing impairment. 4\. Current participation in a day-care program, community rehabilitation center, or rehabilitation ward. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Acute illness episode or unstable physical condition. 2. History of epilepsy or risk of seizures. 3. Substance abuse. 4. Impaired or disturbed consciousness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder schizoaffective disorder schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Anxiety

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Asia Univeraity

    Taichung, WuFeng, 41354, Taiwan

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