A 10-Minute breathing exercise might sharpen Word-Finding

NCT ID NCT06405893

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether a brief mindful breathing exercise can improve how quickly and accurately people name pictured objects. Healthy adults aged 18-35 or 60-80 will either do a 10-minute guided breathing exercise or listen to a control recording, then name pictures as fast as they can. Researchers will also track heart rate and have participants complete surveys. The goal is to understand if mindful breathing supports the mental process of finding the right words.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: A 10-minute guided mindful breathing exercise
What this could lead to: If mindful breathing helps, it could point toward simple ways to support word-finding and mental sharpness as people age.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study focused on a single brief exercise, so any effects may be modest or not apply to real-world situations.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80918, United States

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