Study of Music-Based Interventions Using the ISO Principle to Reduce Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in Adults Aged 18 to 60

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the use of music-based interventions guided by the ISO principle to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression among adults aged 18 to 60 years. The study compares two approaches one where music gradually shifts emotional states to a desired mood ISO principle and another that directly introduces music contrasting the participants current mood DUL principle. This trial aims to develop accessible, non-invasive behavioral tools for emotional regulation using music. Participants are randomly assigned to one of four groups the ISO principle music intervention, the DUL principle music intervention, or these same interventions delivered after a 5-day waiting period. Personalized music playlists are provided based on the participants current and target emotional states. The interventions occur over several days, with music sessions designed to guide emotional transition or contrast. During the study, participants complete self-report questionnaires measuring occupational stress, anxiety, and depression at multiple time points including baseline, immediately post-intervention, one week, and one month after. Additional assessments include perceived stress, anxiety, depression before and after sessions, emotional responses to music pieces, and engagement with the intervention. The study includes double-blind randomization and tracks acceptability and well-being outcomes over the course of the intervention and follow-up.

An ISO Principle-Based Music Intervention for Reducing Stress, Anxiety, and Depression