One hour of qigong may melt away student stress, study hopes
NCT ID NCT07178275
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether one 60-minute session of Baduanjin Qigong can immediately reduce anxiety, improve mood, and speed up reaction time in occupational therapy students aged 18-25. Fifty participants will each try both Qigong and a passive rest control on different days, with anxiety and mood measured before and after. If effective, Qigong could become a quick, accessible stress-relief tool for students.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Baduanjin Qigong (a gentle mind-body exercise combining slow movements, breathing, and focus)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer students a simple, low-cost way to quickly ease anxiety and boost mood during stressful times.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects are measured right after a single session, so long-term benefits are unknown.
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