Breathing exercises for depression in postmenopausal women
Part of Lungs & breathing, Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific breathing exercises can help reduce depression symptoms in postmenopausal women. It may also improve sexual function, which can be affected after menopause.
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Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 60 years old.
- It has been at least 3 years since your last menstrual period.
- You have mild to moderate depression (not severe or untreated).
- You have mild to moderate sexual dysfunction.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 30 (you are not in the obese range).
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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