RecruitingNCT07207642

Sweet Night (Musical Diffusion by Caregivers ): Effects of Musical Diffusion by Caregivers on Sleep Onset and Behavioral Regulation in a Protected Living


Sponsor

Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Jan 13, 2026

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

As the Alzheimer's disease progresses, caregivers and family members often focus on behavioral difficulties. In response to crises, immediate actions tend to favor restraints, either through medication or physical means. This work aims to improve the management of behavioral disturbances in patients with Alzheimer's disease through musical interventions (group or individual), particularly in advanced stages of the disease, where medical and family resources are insufficient. The investigators approach prioritizes NTM over medication as a mean to improve patient well-being. To this end, they have designed a study. The study focuses on creating a conducive environment for sleep by incorporating ritualized, familiar music sessions supervised by nursing staff after meals. To conduct this study, the actigraphy will be used to analyze participants' behavior both day and night, complemented by questionnaires and clinical observations.


Eligibility

Min Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study looks at whether playing calming music in the evening — delivered by caregivers — can help residents with Alzheimer's disease fall asleep more easily and behave more calmly in a protected care unit. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 60 years or older - You have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related condition - You live in a Protected Living Unit (a specialist memory care setting) - If you take sleep or mood medications, they have been at a stable dose for at least 3 months - Your legal guardian has agreed to allow you to participate **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You or your guardian refuses participation - You are currently in another study involving drugs, medical devices, or care techniques that could affect your sleep or behavior Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMusic intervention - passive listening

Diffusion of familiar music in the bedrooms and living room before bedtime; passive and individual listening.

BEHAVIORALAudio books intervention - active listening

Dynamic audio book listening, akin to active listening while respecting the rhythm of the evening . This type of listening involves concentrating specifically .


Locations(1)

CHU de Saint-Etienne

Saint-Etienne, France, France

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