Visual Arts Interventions With Older Adults

Part of paid clinical trials in Boston, Massachusetts.

Sponsor
Northeastern University
Study ID
NCT06645652
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

  • Feasibility Study

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
55 Years - 85 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Accepted

Interventions

  • Training in observational drawing — BEHAVIORAL
    * 6 weeks of online gallery browsing based on different topics * Daily practice drawing from observation with training adding up to 1 hour a week * Documenting progress and reflection writing
  • Arts engagement through digital galleries — BEHAVIORAL
    * 6 weeks of online gallery browsing based on different topics * 2 hours of weekly activities consist of reading and navigating technology * Reflection writing

Study Details

The present study investigates the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a novel visual arts-based intervention in an older adult population. In a randomized controlled design, two arts-based interventions will be evaluated with a group of 50 participants.

Key Dates

Start date
Oct 1, 2025
Status verified
Apr 2026
Primary completion
Jul 31, 2026
Completion
Sep 30, 2026

Study Design

Enrollment
50 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
BASIC_SCIENCE

Arms

  • Experimental: Participatory Arts
    Participants will develop drawing skills through learning specific techniques and deliberately engaging cognitive domains such as perception, visuospatial reasoning, attention, and processing speed. The intervention is completed in a hybrid format where lessons are completed online and practice is completed in a sketchbook and drawing things from life. Prompts are provided to guide daily practice sessions. Techniques learned include contour drawing, gesture drawing, negative space drawing.
  • Active Comparator: Receptive Arts
    Participants will learn about different art periods and browse online galleries. The materials will be available online through a website through which participants will access and browse online galleries. Weekly topics include genres, subjects, or specific mediums. Prompts and vocabulary will accompany the galleries to guide their learning.

Primary Outcome Measure

Acceptability - clarity [ Time Frame: Throughout training and post-test 6-8 weeks later ]

Central Contacts

Locations (1)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
Northeastern UniversityBostonMassachusetts02115
Audrey Carrillo
[email protected]
626-482-8091

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