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The Concert Therapy for Stress Regulation in a Non-Clinical Adult Population

This research is testing something called 'The Concert Therapy' to see if it helps adults deal with everyday stress. This isn't a medical treatment, but a structured experience combining calming music, guided breathing with light movement, and uplifting music. We're comparing it to simply listening to relaxing music. Adults aged 18-65 who experience everyday stress can take part. The main goal is to find out if The Concert Therapy is more effective at making people feel less stressed right after a session. We'll also look at mood and general well-being for a short time afterwards. It's a way to explore new methods for improving well-being in daily life.

At a glance

Status

Not yet recruiting

Phase

Sponsor

Behnam Khodarahmi

Enrolment target

150

Start

09 Feb 2026

Estimated completion

31 Mar 2026

Stress Regulation and Well-being in Non-clinical Contexts

What is this study about?

This study is looking at a new way to help adults manage everyday stress, called "The Concert Therapy." It's not a medical treatment or a visit to a doctor for an illness. Instead, it's a creative experience that uses music, guided breathing, and gentle movement to help people feel more settled and less stressed.

Imagine attending a special session, almost like a mini-concert, but designed for well-being. It starts with calming music to help you relax, then moves into guided breathing with some easy, optional movements to help you feel more connected to your body, and finishes with uplifting music to leave you feeling refreshed. We want to see if this structured approach works better than just listening to relaxing music and resting quietly.

By comparing these two experiences, we hope to understand if The Concert Therapy's unique combination of music and focused activities can make a bigger difference in how stressed people feel. This research is about finding new ways to support people's well-being in their daily lives, providing tools for managing stress without being a medical cure.

Key takeaways

This study explores a new way to reduce everyday stress using music, breathing, and movement.
It's a well-being study, not a medical treatment for an illness.
Participation involves one session and short questionnaires.
You'll either experience 'The Concert Therapy' or relaxing music.
The study aims to see if the structured therapy helps more with stress.
Adults aged 18-65 with everyday stress are invited to join.

Who may be eligible?

This study is looking for adults between the ages of 18 and 65. You should be someone who experiences everyday stress, not stress from a serious health condition, and you shouldn't be receiving intensive treatment for mental health issues.

To join, you need to be able to understand the study information and be comfortable with some gentle movements and sitting or standing for a period. You also need to speak the language used in the study.

Unfortunately, if you have certain heart or breathing problems, are taking medications that affect your heart rate or stress response (like beta-blockers), or are pregnant, this study isn't suitable for you.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you aged between 18 and 65?
Do you experience everyday stress (not from a major illness)?
Can you understand simple instructions in English?
Are you able to do gentle movements or sit/stand for a while?
Are you NOT currently pregnant?
Are you NOT being treated for serious heart or breathing conditions?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

If you decide to take part, you'll be randomly assigned to one of two groups, like flipping a coin. One group will experience "The Concert Therapy" session, and the other will have a session of relaxing music and quiet rest. Both sessions will be about the same length. Before your session and immediately afterwards, you'll be asked to fill out some questionnaires about how stressed you feel and your mood. You'll also have a short check-in about a week later to see how you're doing. Everything is designed to be straightforward and not take up too much of your time.

Potential risks and benefits

There are no known serious risks associated with either the Concert Therapy or listening to relaxing music. You might find the experience relaxing or enjoyable. The main benefit is that you could potentially feel less stressed and improve your mood, even if it's just for a short time after the session. You are free to stop participating at any time during the study without giving a reason, and this won't affect your normal care or anything else.

Locations (1)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.

The Concert Therapy
Verified postcode
London, United Kingdom

Common questions

What is 'The Concert Therapy'?

It's a special session that uses a sequence of calming music, guided breathing and gentle movement, and uplifting music, designed to help you manage everyday stress. It's not a medical treatment.

Will I have to do difficult exercises?

No, any movement involved is gentle and optional. You should be able to sit or stand comfortably for the session's duration.

How long will I need to be involved in the study?

You'll attend one session, fill out some short questionnaires before and after, and then have a brief check-in about a week later. The total time commitment is quite small.

Is this study a replacement for my current medical treatment?

No, absolutely not. This is a non-medical well-being study focusing on everyday stress. It's not a treatment for any medical condition.

What happens if I don't like the music or the session?

You are free to leave the study at any point without needing to give a reason. Your comfort and well-being are important.

How to find out more

Behnam Khodarahmi

email@behnamkhodarahmi.com +44 (0) 7767286336 Official trial record

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.