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Emotion Management SkillsNCT07676110

The Impact of Enhanced Music & Natural Visuals on Emotional Health

A study testing soundBrilliance software application - Emotional Health in people with Emotion Management Skills and Lifestyle, Healthy, run by soundBrilliance LLC at 3 sites in United States.

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Trial summary

The investigators are conducting research on factors related to the self-regulation of mood and arousal states across a range of everyday activities as well as different levels of stress. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 13 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
soundBrilliance software application - Emotional Health
Type of treatment
Medical device
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
200 participants
Where
3 sitesUnited States
Study dates
25 May 2026to Jun 2027
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 13 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Child, Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • You are 13 years of age or older
  • You can read, write, and speak English at a 5th-grade level or higher
  • You are legally capable of providing informed consent (adult participants) or capable of providing assent (child participants)
  • To the best of your knowledge, you are willing and able to commit to the session(s) and activities of this study
  • You are willing and able to use the sound-delivery and data-collection apparatus of this study
  • You are willing to use your own personal equipment. Depending on the study, you may need to have your own ear buds/headphones and/or a "smart" device with internet and/or Bluetooth access (e.g., smartphone, iPad).
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  • You have normal hearing in both ears.
  • You never experience ringing noises or buzzing sensations in your ears (tinnitus)
  • You do not use a heart/cardiac pacemaker and do not have any history of cardiac rhythm disturbances, such as cardiac conduction delays or blocks
  • You have no known history of fainting, fainting, spells or seizures, spinning sensations, or trouble with balance (medical terms include epilepsy, seizures, syncope, vertigo, nystagmus)
  • You do not use of any of the following medications: Beta blockers, steroids, ephedrine, acute anti-anxiety medication (e.g., benzodiazepines such as diazepam/Valium, lorazepam/Ativan or clonazepam/Klonopin), or acute or chronic pain medications (including narcotics and codeine)
  • For any study session, you will not be under the influence of any substances that could prevent safe participation and will not have consumed e.g., alcohol, THC, Psilocybin, or other mood-altering drugs in the 12 hours preceding the session.

Who cannot join

  • -

Trial locations and contacts

3 sites in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Robert Mele (VP of Clinical Research & Testing Operations), B.Eng contact

7752444866 ext. 1

rob.mele@soundBrilliance.com

Justin C Hayes (Manager, Research & Testing Operations), MA contact

515-777-4591

justin.hayes@soundBrilliance.com

United States3 sites, 3 recruiting
  • Colorado State University

    Fort Collins, Colorado, 80523

    Blythe LaGasse, PhD, 970-491-4042, blagasse@colostate.edu

    Recruiting
  • Creighton University

    Omaha, Nebraska, 68178

    Ryan Batenhorst, EdD, 402-730-6632, RyanBatenhorst@creighton.edu

    Thomas L Lenz, PharmD, 402-280-3144, ThomasLenz@creighton.edu

    Recruiting
  • Reno Running Company

    Reno, Nevada, 89511

    Anna Costello, 775-303-5845, Anna.Costello@WashoeSchools.net

    Recruiting

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About this study

Official title: Impacts of Music, Audio Enhancements, Audio Guidance, and Visuals on Physical and Emotional Well-being. (Emotional Health - Longitudinal 1 Randomized, Controlled Multi-center Study)

The investigators are conducting research on factors related to the self-regulation of mood and arousal states across a range of everyday activities as well as different levels of stress. Behavioral interventions-such as meditation, listening to music, or visualizing art or nature-offer important alternatives and/or adjunctive strategies to pharmaceutical tools or other mechanisms supporting physical and emotional well-being. This research will expand on the knowledge base regarding the impact of biophysical stimulation and/or frame of mind on an individual's self-directed management of physical and emotional health. Motivation, confidence, and composure are critical aspects of self-efficacy, framing a person's mindset to make healthy choices across daily activities.

The research in this protocol is carried out across multiple sites and studies by means of digital tools and a consistent participant experience workflow. Together, these resources are intended to support individuals across multiple self-directed experiences utilized in the maintenance of their basic health. Before, during, and after session experiences, the participant provides objective (physiological) responses and/or subjective (self-report) responses and reflections; some studies also include interviews or focus groups. The combined set of responses can be summarized, connected to other measures, and input to machine learning models to improve personalization of stimuli. By studying the effects of soundBrilliance experiences across a variety of contexts and participant samples, the investigators can better refine each element of the stimulus to improve satisfaction, tolerance, and targeted outcomes.

Being tested
soundBrilliance software application - Emotional Health
Keywords
Music, Visuals, Visual Imagery, Biophysical Stimuli, Emotional Health, Emotional Management
Medical subject headings
Motor Activity, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Agnosia, Psychological Well-Being

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • soundBrilliance software application - Emotional HealthDevice

    Use of the soundBrilliance app (enhanced music, natural visuals, spoken guidance) over 12 weeks, targeting use of 4 days or more per week.

Study groups in NCT07676110
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Group A - InterventionActive comparatorGroup A will be given access to the intervention (use of the soundBrillinace app) for 12 weeks
Receives: Device: soundBrilliance software application - Emotional Health
Group BNo interventionGroup B will receive no intervention (behavior as usual) for 12 weeks.

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change in State Trait Anxiety Inventory - State (STAI-S) between treatment vs control groups.

    The 20 item STAI-S, a self-report survey reflecting current symptoms of anxiety, will be given to both groups at baseline and at 2-week intervals through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The difference in group mean change of STAI-S from baseline across 2-week milestones will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at 2-week intervals over the duration of 12-week protocol (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks post-baseline).

  2. Change in Patient Health Questionnaire (8 question; PHQ-8) between treatment vs control groups.

    The 8 item PHQ-8, a self-report survey reflecting current symptoms of depression, will be given to both groups at baseline and at 20week intervals through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The difference in group mean change of PHQ-8 from baseline across 2-week milestones will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at 2-week intervals over the duration of the 12-week protocol (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12-week post-baseline).

  3. Change in Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (20 item; PANAS-SF) between treatment vs control groups.

    The 20 item PANAS-SF will be given to both groups at baseline and at 2-week intervals through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The difference in group mean change of positive and negative affect scores from baseline across 2-week milestones will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at 2-week intervals over the duration of 12-week protocol (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks post-baseline).

Secondary outcomes (15)
  1. Change in Perceived Stress (PSS - 10 item) between treatment vs control groups.

    The 10 item PSS will be given to both groups at baseline and at 12-week protocol completion. The difference in group mean change of STAI-S from baseline across 2-week milestones will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at week 12 (0, 12 weeks post-baseline).

  2. Change in Quality of Life (Cantril's Ladder) between treatment vs control groups.

    Cantril's Ladder, a quality of life (QoL) measure, will be given to both groups at baseline and at the conclusion of the 12-week protocol (week 12). The difference in group mean change of QoL from baseline to post-study will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at week 12 (0, 12 weeks post-baseline).

  3. Change in Beck Depression Inventory-II (21 item; BDI-II) between treatment vs control groups.

    The 21 item BDI-II will be given to participants in a cohort supervised by a clinical sub-investigator providing ongoing care. The BDI-II will be given to both groups at baseline and at 2-week intervals through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The difference in group mean change of composite scores from baseline across 2-week milestones will be estimated.

    Measured: Baseline and at 2-week intervals over the duration of 12-week protocol (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks post-baseline).

  4. Planned Sub-group Analysis of Age

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by age in years, for groups 13-17, 18-29, 30-49, 50+

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12 week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  5. Planned Sub-group Analysis of Sex

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by sex for groups male versus female.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  6. Planned Sub-group Analysis of baseline scores of PSS

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by PSS (Perceived Stress Scale survey) baseline score for groups categorized into Low, Moderate, and High perceived stress.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  7. Planned Sub-group Analysis of baseline scores of STAI-Trait Anxiety

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by STAI-Trait Anxiety baseline score for groups categorized into Low or No, Moderate, and High perceived anxiety and combinations thereof such as Low or No versus Moderate and High.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  8. Planned Sub-group Analysis of baseline scores of Cantril's Ladder

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by Cantril's Ladder for the linear relationship between predictor and outcome.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  9. Planned Sub-group Analysis of baseline scores of MAIA

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by MAIA (Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness survey) baseline score for groups categorized into Low (below 25th percentile), Average (25th to 75th percentile) and High (above 75th percentile) and combinations thereof such as Low versus Average and High.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  10. Planned Sub-group Analysis of baseline scores of MAAS

    We will do subgroup analysis with contrasts by MAAS (Mindful Attention Awareness Scale survey) for the linear relationship between predictor and outcome.

    Measured: Baseline throughout the 12-week protocol. (0, 2, ... 12 weeks).

  11. Summarization of subjective Tolerance of stimuli

    Subjects have the option to report subjective tolerance of stimuli on a per-session basis. These data will be reported using descriptive statistics such as counts (n's) and percentages of reports as well as summarized free-text responses.

    Measured: Tolerance data collected at completion of sessions, over the duration of 12-week protocol.

  12. Summarization of subjective Satisfaction with stimuli

    Subjects have the option to report their satisfaction with stimuli on a per-session basis. These data will be reported using descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation of 6-point Likert scale responses as well as summarized free-text responses.

    Measured: Satisfaction data collected at completion of sessions, over the duration of 12-week protocol.

  13. Change in Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (20 item; PANAS-SF) from baseline pre and post session.

    The 20 item PANAS-SF, a self-report survey, will be an optional measure for the treatment group for each session pre and post stimuli through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The change in scores from baseline to post session will be assessed over time.

    Measured: Pre and post stimuli for each treatment session over the duration of 12-week protocol

  14. Change in State Trait Anxiety Inventory - State (6 item; STAI-S) from baseline pre and post session.

    The 6-item STAI-S, a self-report survey reflecting current symptoms of anxiety, will be an optional measure for the treatment group for each session pre and post stimuli through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The change in scores from baseline to post session will be assessed over time.

    Measured: Pre and post stimuli for each treatment session over the duration of 12-week protocol.

  15. Change in Modified Russel Circumplex (2 item; MRC Arousal & Valence axis)

    The 2-item MRC, a self-report survey reflecting Arousal level (9-point Likert from Low Energy to High Energy) and Valence (9-point Likert from Unpleasant to Pleasant), will be an optional measure for the treatment group for each session pre and post stimuli through the duration of the 12-week protocol. The change in ratings from baseline to post session will be assessed over time.

    Measured: Pre and post stimuli for each treatment session over the duration of 12-week protocol

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted30 Jun 2026
  2. Study start25 May 2026
  3. Primary completionDec 2026 (estimated)
  4. Study completionJun 2027 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
Group A will be given access to the intervention (use of the soundBrilliance app) for 12 weeks. Group B will receive no intervention (behavior as usual) for 12 weeks. Sub-groups within the cohort such as low-no trait anxiety or stress as measured by State Trait Anxiety Inventory - Trait (STAI-T) and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) categories respectively, will also be analyzed for differences. Subgroups also include age and sex. Statistical models will include baseline age, sex, STAI-T and PSS categories, treatment arm and time as predictors. Physiological measures will be taken on a select sub-group of participant in the treatment arm. At completion of 12 weeks, Group A will be invited to continue the intervention for a further 12 weeks and Group B will be invited to crossover to receive the intervention for 12 weeks.
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
200 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07676110
Sponsor's protocol ID
SBEMHL001
Status last verified
Jun 2026
First submitted
1 May 2026
Last updated
30 Jun 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
Yes
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Mohammed SEE, Warner G. The Cantril Ladder as a Measure of Well-Being and Life Satisfaction Among Refugee Youth Experiencing Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress. J Immigr Minor Health. 2024 Jun;26(3):539-545. doi: 10.1007/s10903-023-01563-5. Epub 2023 Oct 26.

    PubMed 37882971
  • Thompson, E. R. (2007). Development and validation of an internationally reliable short-form of the positive and negative affect schedule (PANAS). Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 38(2), 227-242.

  • Kroenke K, Spitzer RL, Williams JB. The PHQ-15: validity of a new measure for evaluating the severity of somatic symptoms. Psychosom Med. 2002 Mar-Apr;64(2):258-66. doi: 10.1097/00006842-200203000-00008.

    PubMed 11914441
  • Spielberger, C. D. (1983). Manual for the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory: STAI (Form Y). Palo Alto, CA: Mind Garden.

  • Marteau TM, Bekker H. The development of a six-item short-form of the state scale of the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). Br J Clin Psychol. 1992 Sep;31(3):301-6. doi: 10.1111/j.2044-8260.1992.tb00997.x.

    PubMed 1393159
  • Taylor JM. Psychometric analysis of the Ten-Item Perceived Stress Scale. Psychol Assess. 2015 Mar;27(1):90-101. doi: 10.1037/a0038100. Epub 2014 Oct 27.

    PubMed 25346996
  • Cohen S, Kamarck T, Mermelstein R. A global measure of perceived stress. J Health Soc Behav. 1983 Dec;24(4):385-96. No abstract available.

    PubMed 6668417

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing soundBrilliance software application - Emotional Health in people with Emotion Management Skills and Lifestyle, Healthy, run by soundBrilliance LLC at 3 sites in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 12 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 30 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 3 sites in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Robert Mele (VP of Clinical Research & Testing Operations), B.Eng (7752444866 ext. 1, rob.mele@soundBrilliance.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change in State Trait Anxiety Inventory - State (STAI-S) between treatment vs control groups. (time frame: Baseline and at 2-week intervals over the duration of 12-week protocol (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks post-baseline).). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07676110, which also lists 7 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 30 Jun 2026.

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