Facial exercise program for mild to moderate depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a structured facial exercise program can help improve symptoms of mild to moderate depression. It may help you if your depression is stable on current treatment and doesn’t involve certain other mental or facial conditions.
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Who can take part
- You have mild to moderate depression (not bipolar or mood episodes from another cause).
- Your depression treatment has been stable for at least 6 weeks.
- You do not have other mental conditions caused by a medical/brain disease or substances.
- You do not have schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders.
- You have no history of cosmetic facial procedures like Botox, fillers, or facial lifting.
- You do not have facial nerve problems or facial skin problems that affect the face.
Quick eligibility check
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