Understanding how nonverbal sounds affect our body and mind
Official title: Perception of Nonverbal Acoustic Signals and Resulting Physiological Responses SINOVE-PER
Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne · NCT05252312 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing how different nonverbal sounds, like screams and laughter, affect how our minds and bodies respond.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 2000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Saint-Etienne) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 29, 2022 |
| Main results expected | April 2027 |
| Study ends | April 2027 |
| Registry record updated | May 6, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05252312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who are affiliated with a social security scheme and do not have hearing impairments or major health issues.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are pregnant or have significant health problems, including hearing impairments or speech production disorders, may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This research investigates how exposure to nonverbal vocal signals, such as screams and laughter, influences the cognitive and physiological responses of listeners. By conducting psycho-acoustic tests, the study aims to uncover the relationship between these vocal stimuli and the resulting perceptual and biological reactions. The goal is to enhance our understanding of the mechanisms and functions of acoustic communication in humans. This observational study will analyze both behavioral and physiological responses to various vocalizations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the biological and social functions of nonverbal communication, potentially improving therapeutic approaches for communication disorders.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been playback studies examining behavioral responses to vocal stimuli, this study's focus on the physiological responses is relatively novel and less explored.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- Participant should be affiliated or entitled to a social security scheme Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Hearing impairment, speech production disorders or major health problems.
Where it's running
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CHU Saint-Etienne
Saint-Etienne, France Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Roland Peyron, Mdphd — Chu de Saint-Etienne
- Study coordinator: ROLAND PEYRON, MDPhD
- Email: roland.peyron@chu-st-etienne.fr
- Phone: (0)477127805
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.