Can music help children heal after domestic violence?
NCT ID NCT05755178
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a music group can help children aged 3-10 who have lived in shelters after domestic violence. The group sessions, led by musicians and a music therapist, aim to improve children's ability to recognize and manage emotions and build relationships. Researchers will see if the program is practical and whether it improves children's emotional health, quality of life, and psychological well-being.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- A music group intervention with musicians and a music therapist, focusing on emotion recognition and regulation and relational skills.
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a supportive, non-verbal way to help children in shelters process emotions and improve their psychological well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study, so results may not be conclusive. The intervention's success depends on children's engagement and caregiver support, and it may not work for all children.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Research and Development, Region Kronoberg
Vaxjo, 35112, Sweden
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