Yoga Therapy for Mild to Moderate Depression
Treating Major Depression With Yoga Mono-therapy
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Depression Mild
Depression Moderate
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 180 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults who have mild to moderate depression to participate in a 12-week yoga program. Participants will compare the effects of yoga to a control group receiving education about holistic health.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am 18 years old or older
- I can give my consent to participate
- I speak English
- I have been diagnosed with clinical depression
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently using antidepressant medication
- I am currently in psychotherapy
- I am currently pregnant
- I have significant medical issues affecting my ability to practice yoga
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The goal of this single-center, single-blind, randomized, controlled, parallel group, interventional trial is to evaluate antidepressant efficacy of yoga monotherapy of 12-weeks duration in 180 adults meeting diagnostic criteria for mild-to-moderate major depression at the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. Researchers will compare the yoga interventions to an education control interventio…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria:
* 18 years of age or older
* Able to give voluntary, informed consent
* English-speaking
* Diagnosis of clinical depression
Exclusion criteria:
* Current use of antidepressant medication
* Current engagement in psychotherapy
* Current pregnancy
* Significant medical issues int…
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