Acupuncture for anxiety and depression after breast cancer
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether acupuncture can help reduce anxiety and depression in women who have been treated for breast cancer. If you're experiencing mild to moderate emotional distress after cancer treatment, this approach might offer a gentle, drug-free option.
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Who can take part
- Women between 18 and 70 years old
- Diagnosed with breast cancer (stages I–III)
- Finished main breast cancer treatment at least a month ago
- Have mild to moderate anxiety or depression symptoms
- No major changes to anxiety depression medicine in the past month
- No current severe mental health conditions
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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