Can writing songs lift depression? new study tests creative therapy for youth
NCT ID NCT07371962
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a 7-session therapeutic song-writing program for young people aged 13 to 24 with mild to moderate depression. Participants are randomly assigned to either the song-writing program or a waitlist group. The goal is to see if the program improves depressive symptoms, self-esteem, hope, and social support.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- therapeutic song-writing program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a creative, non-drug way to help young people feel less depressed and more hopeful.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 120 participants. The program may not work better than just waiting, and results may not apply to everyone with depression.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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City University of Hong Kong
RECRUITINGKowloon Tong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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