Exercise groups to improve mental health in hospital
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether joining structured exercise groups while you’re an inpatient in a psychiatric unit can improve mood, mental wellbeing, and overall comfort. It’s designed to be adjustable for different mobility needs and to be safe for participating patients.
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Who can take part
- You are currently an inpatient at Johns Hopkins Bayview Acute Psychiatric Unit
- You are 18 years old or older
- You can understand the study and give informed consent
- Your treatment team feels you’re stable enough to safely take part
- If you use a cane, walker, or wheelchair, you can still do modified exercises
- You must speak English as your primary language
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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