Sweet dreams: music may soothe Alzheimer's agitation without drugs

NCT ID NCT07207642

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether playing familiar music before bedtime can improve sleep and reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease living in special care units. Researchers will use a wrist monitor to track sleep and behavior in 120 participants. The goal is to find a gentle, non-drug way to help patients relax and sleep better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Music intervention (passive listening to familiar music)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to help people with Alzheimer's sleep better and feel calmer in the evenings.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with 120 participants. The effect may be small or not work for everyone, and results may not apply outside protected living units.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease psychiatric disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • CHU de Saint-Etienne

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    Saint-Etienne, France, 42100, France

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