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Official title Evaluating the Impact of SKY Breath Meditation on Stress, Well-being, and Connection in College Students
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07415460
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This pilot study will evaluate the feasibility and potential benefits of Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) for university students. Over an eight-week period, 56 students will be randomly assigned to either a SKY breathwork group or a control group engaging in general yoga without breathwork.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Participants must:
- be currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students at the university in Alabama;
- be at least 18 years old;
- speak and read English;
- be available to attend a 3-day in-person retreat and twice-weekly online sessions for SKY breath program over 8 weeks;
You likely can't join if
- Participants will be excluded if they:
- have a serious psychiatric condition (e.g., schizophrenia, psychotic disorders) that could be exacerbated by group-based interventions;
- are in acute psychiatric crisis; such as, active suicidal ideation
- have acute medical conditions that contraindicate light physical activity or breathwork;
- are unable to obtain physician clearance for participation due to chronic conditions (e.g., uncontrolled asthma, severe cardiovascular disease...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants must:
- be currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students at the university in Alabama;
- be at least 18 years old;
- speak and read English;
- be available to attend a 3-day in-person retreat and twice-weekly online sessions for SKY breath program over 8 weeks;
- be able to provide informed consent.
- Participants will be excluded if they:
- have a serious psychiatric condition (e.g., schizophrenia, psychotic disorders) that could be exacerbated by group-based interventions;
- are in acute psychiatric crisis; such as, active suicidal ideation
- have acute medical conditions that contraindicate light physical activity or breathwork;
- are unable to obtain physician clearance for participation due to chronic conditions (e.g., uncontrolled asthma, severe cardiovascular disease, active psychiatric illness requiring intensive treatment).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.