Parkinson's study: a walk in the park may sharpen the mind

NCT ID NCT06483126

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This completed online study looked at whether natural environments like parks, gardens, and lakesides can improve mood and cognition in people with and without Parkinson's disease. 97 participants filled out surveys about their connection to nature, depressive symptoms, sleep, anxiety, and quality of life. The goal was to understand if nature has restorative benefits for this population.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could point toward simple, low-cost ways to improve mood and thinking for people with Parkinson's by spending time in nature.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed online survey, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to everyone, and it does not test any direct intervention or therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cognitive disorder mood disorder Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COGNITION MOOD PARKINSON DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Vision and Cognition Laboratory, Boston University

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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