Music listening for psychological well-being in adults with acquired vision impairment: a feasibility randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Vision impairment (VI) has a profound impact on mental health and well-being. Music-based interventions, such as active music listening, have potential to induce relaxation, improve mood, and reduce stress. This study investigated the feasibility and acceptability of a supportive self-care music intervention in adults with acquired VI, who ran their listening program independently.

Methods

A two-arm, parallel-group, single-blind feasibility randomised controlled trial compared: (1) daily music listening with brief mindfulness instructions and (2) daily music listening alone. The study adhered to the CONSORT extension for pilot and feasibility trials and the music reporting checklist. Feasibility was determined by collecting data on attrition, through recruitment and

SUBMITTER: Somani N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11893566 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature