Buddhist vs. secular mindfulness for lingering depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two types of mindfulness training for people with lingering depression symptoms (not fully recovered). One uses traditional Buddhist meditation, the other uses a common secular approach. It aims to see which helps reduce residual depression better.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You practice the Buddhist faith.
- You have had at least one episode of moderate or severe depression in the past.
- You currently have mild to moderate depressive symptoms (like low mood, but not severe).
- You are not currently having strong thoughts of suicide or harming yourself.
- You can understand and communicate in Sinhalese.
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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