Music and mindfulness: a new way to ease stress in black communities?

NCT ID NCT06513910

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a virtual, community-based program combining music and mindfulness can help People of African Descent manage stress, anxiety, and depression during COVID-19. Researchers will measure brain activity and feelings of social connection in 48 participants as they listen to music together. The goal is to see if culturally relevant, low-cost programs can support mental health in marginalized groups.

What this could mean

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Active substance

music listening and mindfulness

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward culturally relevant, low-cost community programs to reduce stress in marginalized groups.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study (48 participants) focused on brain activity and self-reported feelings, not clinical outcomes. Results may not apply broadly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

COVID-19

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • BLOOM

    RECRUITING

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06515, United States

  • Musical Intervention Studios

    RECRUITING

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06520, United States