Art-based intervention to enhance beauty appreciation and well-being in young adults
RCT Pilot Study: Art-based Beauty Appreciation Intervention
This study tests whether an art program that helps young adults appreciate beauty can improve their well-being and reduce feelings of distress.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 114 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 28 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Radboud University Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Nijmegen) |
| Trial ID | NCT06788496 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effects of an art-based beauty appreciation intervention on young adults with sensory processing sensitivity. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group, which engages in activities designed to enhance appreciation of beauty, or a control group that focuses on observational skills. The study will measure changes in beauty appreciation, well-being, and psychological distress at three points: enrollment, post-intervention, and a 4-week follow-up. Additionally, a subset of participants will be interviewed to explore their experiences and perceptions related to the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-28 who are interested in enhancing their appreciation of beauty and can participate in the program activities.
Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing clinical treatment for mental health disorders or experiencing severe psychological symptoms may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could improve mental well-being and reduce psychological distress in young adults.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific art-based intervention is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Participants must be between 18-28 years of age, 2. indicate that they have a smartphone to support our data collection and program components, 3. have the ability and interest to make a trip to a museum or new location (i.e., new part of the city), (3) be willing to complete short activities every day for two weeks, (4) and be fluent in English, (6) be based in Amsterdam, (7) are willing to share postal address to receive materials. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Participants must not currently be in clinical treatment for a mental health disorder, assessed via self-report, or 2. indicate that they are currently experiencing severe psychological symptoms (i.e., depression, suicidal ideation, severe anxiety) via self-report.
Where this trial is running
Nijmegen
- RadboudUMC — Nijmegen, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Corina Greven, Prof. Dr. — RadboudUMC, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour
- Study coordinator: Corina Greven, Prof. Dr.
- Email: c.greven@donders.ru.nl
- Phone: +31 (0) 24 361 42 44
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.