Clinical trial for Cancer
Official title A Study of Music Therapy for Anxiety in People With Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07845422
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares two music‑based treatments to find out if one lowers anxiety more and helps patients feel connected and cope better.
- Who it's for
- Adults with any type of cancer who experience anxiety.
- What's involved
- Participants will either use an AI‑powered song‑writing platform with a music therapist or listen to music and discuss it with staff, learning about music culture and history.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several weeks, with multiple visits for music sessions, discussions, and assessments of anxiety and social connection.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients must have a pathologically confirmed advanced cancer diagnosis: stage III or IV lung cancer
- Currently receiving oncological treatment
- Age ≥ 18; English speaking
- Ambulatory as indicated by a Karnofsky performance score of 60 or higher
- Score of 8 or higher on the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) anxiety subscale
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients must have a pathologically confirmed advanced cancer diagnosis: stage III or IV lung cancer
- Currently receiving oncological treatment
- Age ≥ 18; English speaking
- Ambulatory as indicated by a Karnofsky performance score of 60 or higher
- Score of 8 or higher on the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) anxiety subscale
- Anxiety symptoms lasting for at least 1 month
- Greater than 6-month expected survival as judged by the treating oncologist or clinician on the study team
- No diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or substance abuse
- Score of 10 or lower on Blessed Orientation-Memory-Concentration
- No prior receipt of music therapy within the past six months
- Not currently receiving any form of psychotherapy
- Concomitant Medications
- No initiation or change in scheduled anxiety medications (e.g., anxiolytics, sedatives, hypnotics, antidepressants) within the past 4 weeks
- Initiation or change in PRN anxiety medications are allowed within the past 4 weeks
- No plan to initiate or change scheduled anxiety medications during the study
- Initiation or change in PRN anxiety medications are allowed during the study
- Access to an internet-connected device
- Able to provide informed consent
- Willing to adhere to study procedures, including randomization, session attendance, and completion of assessments
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States
- Middletown, New Jersey, United States
- Montvale, New Jersey, United States
- Commack, New York, United States
- Harrison, New York, United States
- New York, New York, United States
- Uniondale, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States; Middletown, New Jersey, United States; Montvale, New Jersey, United States; Commack, New York, United States; Harrison, New York, United States; New York, New York, United States and 1 more location. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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