Mindfulness-Based Yoga in Schizophrenia (NCT07497516) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Mindfulness-Based Yoga in Schizophrenia
Turkey (Türkiye)91 participantsStarted 2024-02-01
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the effect of mindfulness-based yoga on psychological well-being and happiness in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. Participants were recruited from community mental health centers and randomly assigned to either an intervention group or a control group.
The intervention group participated in a structured mindfulness-based yoga program consisting of 12 sessions over six weeks, including mindfulness practices, breathing exercises, meditation, and yoga postures. The control group received routine care without additional intervention.
Primary outcomes included psychological well-being and happiness, measured using validated scales at baseline and post-intervention. The findings of the study are expected to contribute to the development of psychosocial interventions that support mental health and well-being in individuals with schizophrenia.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Diagnosed with schizophrenia according to DSM-5 criteria
* Aged between 18 and 65 years
* Willing to participate in the study
* Able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Being in an acute exacerbation phase of schizophrenia
* Participation in mindfulness or yoga training within the last 6 months
* Presence of comorbid neurological or cognitive disorders (e.g., dementia, delirium, intellectual disability, or history of head trauma)
* Current substance use
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial studied mindfulness-based yoga in people with schizophrenia and measured psychological well-being and happiness — how do those kinds of outcomes compare to what my current treatment plan is focused on, and could something like this complement my care?
2Since this trial has already been completed, would my doctor be able to share or look up what the results showed about whether mindfulness-based yoga actually improved well-being and happiness for participants with schizophrenia?
3This study was listed as 'Phase NA,' which suggests it wasn't testing a new drug but rather a behavioral or lifestyle intervention — does that mean the safety profile is generally different from a medication trial, and are there any risks specific to yoga or mindfulness practices I should know about given my diagnosis?
4Since the trial is now completed and I can no longer enroll, are there similar mindfulness or yoga-based programs available to me now — either through this research group, a community program, or as part of my existing treatment?
5Schizophrenia can affect concentration and physical activity in different ways — is my doctor aware of any findings from this kind of research that would help us decide whether a mindfulness-based yoga approach might or might not be a good fit for where I am right now in my treatment?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Psychological Well-Being
Timeframe: Baseline and 6 weeks (post-intervention)
2
Happiness
Timeframe: Baseline and 6 weeks (post-intervention)