Effects of Meditative Movements on Major Depressive Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
Journal of Clinical Medicine August 1, 2018 Liye Zou, Albert Yeung, Chunxiao Li et al.
Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga are recognized as the most popular complementary approaches for alleviating musculoskeletal pain, improving sleep quality, and reducing blood pressure. The therapeutic effects of these meditative movements for treating major depressive disorder (MDD) is yet to be determined. Therefore, we examined whether meditative movements (Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga) are effective...
DOI: 10.3390/jcm7080195 (opens in new tab)
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Depression
Exercise
Mindfulness/meditation
Mood disorders
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