Using digital art and AI to improve mental well-being in adults

Digital Art and Artificial Intelligence : Encouraging the Discovery of the Senses Via the Impressionist Painters for the Well-being of Adults - Qualitative Study

NA · Centre integre universitaire de sante et de services sociaux du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal · NCT06609642

This study tests whether an interactive app that combines digital art and music can help improve mental well-being for both young and older adults.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorCentre integre universitaire de sante et de services sociaux du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal (other gov)
Locations1 site (Montreal, Quebec)
Trial IDNCT06609642 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study examines the effects of an interactive digital application that features impressionist artworks to enhance mental well-being among young and older adults. The application allows users to engage with paintings by Claude Monet and Helen McNicoll, utilizing artificial intelligence to create music based on plant signals. The research focuses on usability and accessibility, particularly for older adults who may face sensory impairments and lower digital literacy. Key research questions include user behaviors, feedback, obstacles to use, and user expectations.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who can understand spoken and written French and do not have psychiatric or cognitive disorders.

Not a fit: Patients with moderate to severe visual or auditory impairments may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this application could significantly enhance mental well-being for both young and older adults through engaging artistic experiences.

How similar studies have performed: While the use of digital art for mental well-being is an emerging field, similar studies have shown promising results in enhancing emotional health through interactive experiences.

Eligibility criteria

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1. For adults of any age:

   1. Inclusion criteria:

      * Concordance of sex and gender.
      * No psychiatric or cognitive disorders.
      * Ability to understand spoken and written French.
      * Provide written consent to participate in the study.
   2. Exclusion criteria:

      * Non-binary.
      * Inability to provide informed consent to participate in the study.
      * Participation in a concurrent experimental clinical study to avoid interference with our study.
      * Inability to understand spoken and written French.
      * Having moderate to severe visual or auditory impairment.
2. Young adults:

   The inclusion criterion is being aged between 18 and 35 years.
3. Older adults:

The inclusion criterion is being aged 60 years or older.

Where this trial is running

Montreal, Quebec

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Adults

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.