A feasibility trial evaluating a yogic style of breathing (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga) in young people with anxiety and/or depressio

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Anxiety; Depression; Mental Health - Anxiety; Mental Health - Depression

• Registration Number: ACTRN12622000936729
• Lead Sponsor: Orygen

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2022-06-30
• Last Update Posted: 9 August 2022

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 30

Inclusion Criteria

•Aged 18 to 25 years
•Report mild symptoms or higher of anxiety (>3) or depression (>4) on the DASS-21
•Ability to provide informed consent
•Ability and willingness to nominate an emergency contact person, such as a close family member
•Ability and willingness to provide details of their clinician

Exclusion Criteria

•Has an uncontrolled or poorly managed respiratory condition that could interfere with breathing exercises
•Inability to converse in or read English. English does not have to be the young person’s primary language
•Has a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, or has current high risks (e.g., suicidal planning/intent)
•Has a history of or is currently experiencing psychosis due to contraindications of hyperventilation
Has a diagnosis of epilepsy due to contraindications of hyperventilation

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified