Can acupuncture ease teen anxiety and depression?
NCT ID NCT06638450
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a special type of acupuncture—dense cranial electroacupuncture plus body acupuncture—in 148 teens aged 15-22 with mild to moderate anxiety or depression. Participants receive treatment twice a week for 8 weeks, and researchers measure changes in anxiety, depression, sleep, and quality of life, along with saliva stress hormones. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce psychological distress and improve well-being.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dense cranial electroacupuncture stimulation plus body acupuncture
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option to help teens manage anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding for participants, and results may not apply to all teens. Acupuncture effects can be influenced by placebo response.
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The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 000000, Hong Kong