Alternative Therapies for Anxiety and Depression in College Students
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this randomized control group is to learn about effective treatments for college students experiencing anxiety and/or depression. The main questions this clinical trial aims to answer are: 1) Can alternative treatments decrease anxiety and/or depression among college students? 2) Can alternative treatments increase retention rates among college students experiencing anxiety and/or depression?Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three intervention groups: external qigong, mindfulness meditation, or psychoeducation. Researchers will compare outcomes from each group to explore treatment differences.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Natalie Lecy, PhD
Principal Investigator
Assistant Professor
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for college students over 18 who are experiencing anxiety or depression. They must be enrolled in college, speak English, willing to travel to the study site, and have internet access. Participants need a score of at least three on specific anxiety and depression questionnaires.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive one of three interventions: external qigong, mindfulness meditation, or psychoeducation, for 30 minutes once a week for three weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, depression, and intention to persist in college
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- External Qigong
- Mindfulness Meditation
- Psychoeducation
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of South Dakota
Lead Sponsor
Subtle Energy Funders Collective
Collaborator