Memory and thinking through exercise in aging
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at whether light-to-moderate physical activity (like walking or stretching) can help memory and thinking in middle-aged and older adults. People with normal thinking, mild memory problems, or Parkinson's disease may join if they aren't already very active.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 35 years old with normal memory and thinking, or between 50 and 79 years old with normal memory, mild memory problems, or Parkinson's disease.
- Not be getting enough exercise (less than 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week).
- Not have serious health issues like uncontrolled heart failure, a recent stroke, or severe mobility problems.
- Not be taking strong medications that affect thinking, such as antipsychotics or opioids.
- Not have had a major mental health condition (like depression or anxiety) in the past 6 months.
- Be able to give your own consent to participate.
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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