Exercise and breathing techniques for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining aerobic exercise (like walking or jogging) with mindful breathing exercises can help reduce depression symptoms in adults. You'll participate in these activities over a set period to see if they improve how you feel.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old
- You have been formally diagnosed with major depressive disorder (clinical depression)
- Your depression symptoms are moderate to severe (confirmed by a screening assessment)
- You do not have a history of psychosis or bipolar disorder
- You do not have heart or cardiovascular conditions that would make exercise unsafe
- You are not currently enrolled in another exercise or mindfulness study
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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