Art and music may lift teen depression: creativity camp shows promise
NCT ID NCT07605975
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether an 8-day creativity camp could help 160 teens aged 12-17 with depression symptoms think more flexibly and feel more positive. The camp included various creative arts activities. Researchers measured changes in depression and anxiety scores using questionnaires.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Creativity Camp (8-day creative arts program)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-drug, fun way to ease depression symptoms in teens by boosting creativity and positive thinking.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. The camp is short, and any benefits might not last long-term.
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States