Sailing therapy: a new wind for psychiatric care?

NCT ID NCT07354633

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether sailing can help people with psychiatric disorders feel better. Forty adults in France will either take sailing lessons or continue their usual care. Researchers will measure changes in quality of life, mental well-being, and self-esteem to see if sailing makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
sailing
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, drug-free way to boost mental well-being and self-esteem for people with psychiatric disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and the benefits of sailing might be no better than standard care.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • EPS VIlle Evrard - UNIRRE 93

    RECRUITING

    Neuilly-sur-Marne, France

  • Rusheenthira Thavaseelan

    RECRUITING

    Neuilly-sur-Marne, 93330, France

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