Can exercise or brain games sharpen thinking in schizophrenia?
NCT ID NCT06572657
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This completed study tested whether aerobic exercise or computerized cognitive stimulation could improve thinking skills in 58 adults with schizophrenia. Participants were randomly assigned to one of the two activities. The goal was to see which approach better boosts memory, attention, and problem-solving. The results could help guide simple, non-drug ways to support mental function in schizophrenia.
What this could mean
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Active substance
aerobic exercise and computerized cognitive stimulation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help people with schizophrenia think more clearly and manage daily life better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 58 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares two non-drug approaches, so any benefit is likely modest and not a cure.
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Locations
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Kartal Dr Lütfi Kırdar Şehir Hastanesi
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)