Yoga vs. therapy: which works better for depression?
NCT ID NCT05546697
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared an online yoga program with an online behavioral therapy for adults with depression. Over 500 participants were randomly assigned to either yoga or therapy for 12 weeks. Researchers measured depression symptoms and well-being at several points to see which approach worked better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
yoga and behavioral therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that online yoga is a useful option for easing depression symptoms, similar to standard behavioral therapy.
What could go wrong
The study is completed but results are not yet widely known. Yoga may not work as well as therapy for everyone, and individual results can vary.
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Locations
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Giuliana Chau
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States