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A 10-Minute breathing exercise might sharpen Word-Finding

NCT ID NCT06405893

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether a brief mindful breathing exercise can improve how quickly and accurately people name pictured objects. Healthy adults aged 18-35 or 60-80 will either do a 10-minute guided breathing exercise or listen to a control recording, then name pictures as fast as they can. Researchers will also track heart rate and have participants complete surveys. The goal is to understand if mindful breathing supports the mental process of finding the right words.

What this could mean

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Active substance
A 10-minute guided mindful breathing exercise
What this could lead to
If mindful breathing helps, it could point toward simple ways to support word-finding and mental sharpness as people age.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study focused on a single brief exercise, so any effects may be modest or not apply to real-world situations.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

102 people

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Started

Apr 2024

Finished

May 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 18-35 or 60-80 * Fluent English speaker Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 18 years old * Between ages 36-59 * Older than age 80 * Not a fluent English speaker

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Healthy aging

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  • UCCS

    Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80918, United States

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