Exercise and biomarkers for anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how exercise affects certain markers in the body in people with anxiety disorders. You may be able to join if you are currently sedentary and have generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or panic disorder.
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Who can take part
- Age between 18 and 50 years old
- Not currently exercising much (less than 1 hour of moderate exercise per week for the last 3 months)
- Diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or panic disorder
- Not taking any psychiatric medications
- No current major depression, bipolar disorder, or psychosis
- Not pregnant or planning to become pregnant
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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