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Could 30 minutes of exercise boost kids' brain chemistry?

NCT ID NCT06808490

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Wayne State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study asks whether a single 30-minute session of moderate exercise can raise natural brain chemicals called endocannabinoids and improve thinking, stress, and mood in children and teens aged 9 to 17. Participants are randomly assigned to brisk walking or jogging on a treadmill, light stretching, or seated meditation. Researchers measure endocannabinoid levels, cognitive performance, and emotional state before and after the activity to see how each approach affects the brain.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Moderate-intensity treadmill exercise, light stretching, or seated meditation
What this could lead to
If exercise reliably boosts endocannabinoids and improves thinking or mood in children, it could point toward simple, drug-free ways to support mental health in young people.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-session study in healthy children, so any effects may be short-lived or not apply to everyday life. Results may also vary widely between individuals.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

68 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2021

Finished

Mar 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

9 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and available for the duration of the study * 9-17 years of age * Adolescent and parent/guardian are English-speaking, as study assessments are in English * Right-handed Exclusion Criteria: * Head injury * Sensory (e.g., hearing) impairment * Physical (e.g., motor, balance) impairment * Physical disabilities * Neurological disorders * Any condition that would contraindicate blood draws

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Motor Activity

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Adolescents Children

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tolan Park Medical Building

    Detroit, Michigan, 48201, United States

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