Music as medicine? new study tests if tunes can heal stroke minds
NCT ID NCT07127159
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores whether listening to music on purpose, for one hour a day, can improve mental health in people who had a stroke at least six months ago. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to listen to either music or an audiobook at home for four weeks. Researchers will track mood, memory, and brain activity through questionnaires, cognitive tasks, and MRI scans.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Intentional music listening
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve emotional well-being and mental health after a stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study (60 people) with no phase, so it is too early to know if music listening truly helps. Results may not apply to all stroke survivors.
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New York University
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10003, United States
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