Mountain air or mental strain? new study tests Altitude's effect on mood disorders

NCT ID NCT05323864

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at how being at high altitude (simulated in a lab) affects mood and anxiety in people with depression or anxiety disorders, compared to healthy volunteers. Participants spend six hours in a chamber that mimics the oxygen levels at 3800 meters. The goal is to understand the risks and guide future recommendations for people with mental illnesses who travel to high places.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Innsbruck, Department of Sport Science

    RECRUITING

    Innsbruck, Tyrol, 6020, Austria

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