Singing and song may ease Dementia's toll on patients and caregivers

NCT ID NCT07701044

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Anglia Ruskin University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether weekly group music therapy sessions can improve wellbeing, social connection, and relationship quality for people living with dementia and their informal carers. Over 10 weeks, participants attend sessions led by a registered music therapist at a day centre or memory hub. Researchers measure changes in mental health, loneliness, and caregiving experience using questionnaires and interviews.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: group music therapy sessions led by a qualified music therapist
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a low-cost, enjoyable way to improve emotional wellbeing and strengthen relationships for people with dementia and their carers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 28 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply broadly. The benefits may also depend on the skill of the therapist and the setting.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia disease

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DEMENTIA (DIAGNOSIS)

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