Relaxation exercise for anxiety and sleep in psychiatric patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a simple relaxation exercise can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality in adults being treated for mood, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, or substance use disorders. Participation lasts for a set period and involves practicing the exercise and reporting how you feel.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are currently receiving treatment for a mood disorder, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or substance use disorder.
- You are experiencing at least mild anxiety (scoring between 20 and 59 on a standard anxiety test).
- You have poor sleep quality (scoring above 5 on a sleep quality questionnaire).
- You do not have a psychotic disorder like schizophrenia or hallucinations/delusions.
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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