Qigong for mood and brain health in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether practicing qigong, a gentle mind-body exercise, can improve mood and brain health in older adults who have some depressive symptoms. If it helps, qigong could be a simple, medication-free way to feel better.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You have some symptoms of depression or anxiety.
- You are physically stable and have no life-threatening illnesses.
- You can communicate in Cantonese or Mandarin.
- In the past month, you have not been doing regular mind-body exercises (like tai chi, yoga, or qigong) or intense physical activity more than 3 times a week.
- You have not changed your medications or their doses in the past month.
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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