Exercise and virtual reality study for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether doing regular exercise and using virtual reality can help with depression symptoms, compared to not doing them. You may be included even if you do not currently have depression symptoms, as long as you meet the safety and participation requirements.
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Who can take part
- Be age 18 to 65 (inclusive)
- Be physically inactive: exercise less than 30 minutes per day
- Have vision that is normal and not color-blind
- Be able to walk without needing assistance and have no leg injuries
- Have no pregnancy, and no serious heart or breathing (asthma) problems
- Have a body mass index (BMI) under 30 and no prior diagnosis of mental disorders
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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