Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
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This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
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Who can take part
- You must be 21 years or older.
- You must speak English.
- You must be signed up for an advanced 7-day meditation retreat.
- You must agree to wear a Garmin activity tracker for the whole retreat.
- You must sign a consent form and fill out surveys about your physical and emotional health.
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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