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Improv as therapy? a creative approach to youth mental health

NCT ID NCT07033052

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether theatrical improvisation can help children and adolescents aged 8 to 17 who have elevated anxiety or depression. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups: improv combined with wellness techniques (like cognitive-behavioral skills), improv alone, or a social craft group. The goal is to see if improv, especially when paired with wellness strategies, reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression compared to a more general social activity.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Theatrical improvisation exercises, sometimes combined with wellness techniques (CBT-based), compared to social craft activities.
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a creative, engaging way to help young people manage anxiety and depression, potentially expanding access to mental health support.
What could go wrong
The trial is relatively small and early-stage, so results may not be conclusive. The benefits of improv may not exceed those of simple social activities, and individual responses can vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder mood disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY DEPRESSION MOOD

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Case Western Reserve University

    RECRUITING

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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