Tui Jing therapy for depression study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle hands-on therapy based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, called Tui Jing, to see if it improves mood and brain function in people with depression. It lasts 12 weeks and compares the therapy with a placebo.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old.
- You have felt depressed or low for more than 3 months.
- You can speak and read Chinese.
- You have no serious health problems like heart disease, epilepsy, or head injuries.
- You haven't taken any depression medications or other treatments 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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