Tai chi for chronic insomnia with anxiety
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether practicing tai chi can help people with chronic insomnia who also feel anxious or on edge. You'll learn tai chi movements to improve sleep and calm your mind.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with insomnia (trouble falling or staying asleep) by a doctor.
- You have poor sleep quality, as measured by a standard sleep questionnaire (score > 5 on the PSQI).
- You are 18 or older and have at least a middle school education.
- You are willing to try tai chi (a gentle mind-body exercise) and join the study.
- If you also have anxiety, your anxiety level must be moderate or higher (score >= 14 on a standard anxiety scale).
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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