Music as medicine? new study tests calming tunes on body and mind
NCT ID NCT06710886
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study from the University of Florida is looking at how listening to calming music might affect your health and sense of calm. About 100 participants will listen to a 15-minute music session, fill out surveys, and some will also have their heart rate monitored and give saliva samples. The goal is to understand how music influences the body's automatic functions and whether factors like past experiences or anxiety play a role.
What this could mean
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Active substance
listening to calming music (augmented or Mahler composition)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify how music can be used to improve relaxation and overall well-being.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with no treatment goal. Results may not lead to any direct health benefits or generalizable findings.
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UF Health Jacksonville
COMPLETEDJacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States
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University of Florida McKnight Brain Institution
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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