Exercise intensity and gender effects on depression and anxiety in students
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial looks at how different levels of exercise affect depression and anxiety in university students. It aims to find which exercise intensity works best for both men and women.
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Who can take part
- You are a university or college student
- You are single
- You are between 18 and 25 years old
- You have been diagnosed with mild to moderate depression and/or anxiety
- Your body mass index (BMI) is in the normal range (18.5-24.9)
- You are not currently on a regular exercise program and are not a professional athlete
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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