Increasing Physical Activity for Mental Health in Adolescents
Project 3/7; Increased Physical Activity for Body and Mind
This study is testing if a structured exercise program can help improve mental health and motivation for physical activity in teenagers aged 12-17 who are not very active and are receiving treatment for mental health issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Norwegian University of Science and Technology Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Trondheim) |
| Trial ID | NCT06659913 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project investigates the relationship between physical activity and mental health in adolescents aged 12-17 who have low levels of physical activity and are referred to a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CAP) clinic. It aims to assess whether a structured exercise intervention, including supervised training, school-based activities, and home-based support, can enhance motivation for physical activity and improve psychiatric symptoms and quality of life. The study will compare the outcomes of this intervention against standard treatment practices to determine its effectiveness. By addressing the lack of physical activity in this population, the project seeks to provide insights that could inform future mental health guidelines.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents aged 12-17 with low levels of physical activity and referred to a CAP clinic.
Not a fit: Patients with serious eating disorders or other health conditions that contraindicate exercise may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve mental health outcomes and quality of life for adolescents struggling with mental health issues.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically in Norway, existing studies have shown positive effects of exercise on mental health in similar populations, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Inclusion criteria is low levels of physical activity, defined as not participating in any sport activity and/or drop-out of PE in school. Exclusion Criteria: Exclusion criteria are patients with a serious eating disorder or other health condition where exercise is not recommended.
Where this trial is running
Trondheim
- Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Faculty of medicine, Department of circulation and medical imaging, — Trondheim, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Dorthe Stensvold Stensvold — Dorthe Stensvold, Professor, NTNU
- Study coordinator: Dorthe Stensvold
- Email: dorthe.stensvold@ntnu.no
- Phone: 4792092856
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.