Mindfulness for heart-brain health in adults 50-70
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a daily mindfulness practice can help older adults improve how their heart and brain work together. You will do breathing exercises at home and come to USC twice for check-ups, including blood and urine tests and an MRI.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 70 years old
- You are Black/African-American or White/European-American
- You can read and speak English fluently
- You have reliable internet (WiFi), a working email, and a phone that gets texts
- You are willing to do up to 50 minutes of daily activities at home for 10 weeks and visit USC twice for blood, urine, and an MRI
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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