Slow breathing for stress relief in healthy young adults
This study tests whether a 6-week slow-breathing exercise program can lower stress, improve heart rate variability (a sign of healthy heart function), and fix shallow or irregular breathing patterns in healthy young adults between ages 18 and 25. It might help you feel calmer and more in control of your stress.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 25 years old.
- You do not smoke or use tobacco products.
- You do not have any chronic (long-term) diseases like diabetes, asthma, or heart problems.
- You are not taking any medications that affect your heart rate or nervous system.
- You have not regularly practiced slow breathing, biofeedback, or yoga breathing before.
- You can commit to a six-week breathing program.
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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