Study Summary
This trial will compare the effects of moderate vs. high intensity aerobic exercise on depression, cognition, and brain function in young adults.
Treatment Effectiveness
Effectiveness Progress
Study Objectives
5 Primary · 6 Secondary · Reporting Duration: Baseline, Mid-Intervention (6 weeks), Post-Intervention (12 weeks), 3-month follow-up, 6-month follow-up
Trial Safety
Safety Progress
Side Effects for
Trial Design
2 Treatment Groups
Moderate Intensity
1 of 2
High Intensity
1 of 2
Experimental Treatment
40 Total Participants · 2 Treatment Groups
Primary Treatment: Aerobic Exercise · No Placebo Group · N/A
Trial Logistics
Trial Timeline
Who is running the clinical trial?
Eligibility Criteria
Age 16 - 24 · All Participants · 6 Total Inclusion Criteria
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What ultimate goals are investigators hoping to accomplish with this trial?
"This clinical trial will span several checkpoints, including Baseline, Mid-Intervention (6 weeks), Post-Intervention (12 weeks), 3-month follow-up and 6 month follow up. The investigation's primary objective is to measure shifts in depression related symptoms as reviewed by clinicians. Secondary outcomes are changes to cognitive function evaluated with the NIH Cognitive Toolbox; a compilation of seven computerised tests designed to assess multiple intellectual capacities. This data will then be combined for analysis. Additionally, self mastery appraisals using Perlin/Schooler’s Mastery Scale - a 7 item questionnaire - along with neuroimaging indexed brain activity" - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are there any limits on the number of participants enrolling in this experiment?
"Correct. According to the information stored on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is actively seeking out 40 participants from a single medical centre. The study was initially posted on August 7th 2018 and has since been updated as recently as May 2nd 2022." - Anonymous Online Contributor
To what demographic is this experiment open?
"This study is seeking around 40 individuals with depression aged between 16 and 24. Those who meet these requirements may be accepted in the trial." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Is there an age requirement to be eligible for this medical trial?
"Based on the inclusion criteria, this study is open to individuals aged 16 to 24. There are 177 clinical trials that focus specifically on minors and 848 dedicated to those over 65 years old." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are there any open opportunities to participate in this research?
"Clinicaltrials.gov states that this experiment is currently searching for study participants, with the original posting taking place on August 7th 2018 and most recent edits occurring May 2nd 2022." - Anonymous Online Contributor