Anhui Medical University
Clinical trials sponsored by Anhui Medical University, explained in plain language.
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Pregnancy screening plus online therapy may ward off postpartum depression
Prevention CompletedThis study tested a program that screens pregnant women for depression and anxiety and offers online therapy based on their needs. Over 3,300 pregnant women took part. The goal was to see if this approach could prevent these conditions after childbirth and be practical on a large…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:55 UTC
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Brain zapping shows promise for suicidal thoughts in depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tACS in 60 adults with depression and suicidal thoughts. The goal was to see if it could reduce the severity of those thoughts and understand how it changes brain activity. Participants received the st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:25 UTC
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Brain zapping eases depression body aches
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS to see if it could reduce physical symptoms (like aches and fatigue) in people with depression. 57 adults with depression received either real or fake stimulation over several sessions. Researchers used M…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:10 UTC
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Tai chi beats brisk walking for better sleep in stressed students
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether doing tai chi for 24 weeks could help college students with insomnia sleep better. 90 students with poor sleep were split into three groups: tai chi, brisk walking, or no exercise. The researchers measured sleep quality and checked blood for signs of …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:56 UTC
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5-Minute brain breaks may boost student balance and resilience
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an online program called "Brain Breaks" could improve physical and mental well-being in university students. 103 students either did short 5-10 minute exercise videos five times a week for 8 weeks, or continued their normal routine. Researchers measured …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 03:05 UTC
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Your feelings and blood work could predict cancer treatment outcomes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study explored whether emotional distress before treatment and certain blood markers (like inflammation levels) can predict how well immunotherapy works in people with advanced lung or stomach cancer. Researchers followed 196 patients who had not received prior treatment. Th…
Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC