Exercise as medicine: new study tests if moving more can ease severe mental illness

NCT ID NCT06338917

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests a 28-week moderate-to-vigorous exercise program for 100 adults with severe mental illness. The goal is to see if the program reduces disability, improves thinking, and eases symptoms like depression and psychosis compared to usual care. Participants are outpatients aged 18-69 who are able to exercise safely.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Vic

    Vic, Barcelona, 08500, Spain

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