This study employs a mixed-methods sequential explanatory design. Convenience sampling will be used to recruit 36 participants for a cross-culturally adapted Hatha yoga-based group intervention (16 one hour-long sessions over 8 weeks). Feasibility indicators will be monitored systematically. Acceptability will be assessed using semi-structured interviews. Preliminary effectiveness will be evaluated using a quasi-experimental one-group pre-post test design to test group-level (paired t-test) and individual-level (reliability change index) changes in mindfulness and reminiscence functions. Thematic analysis will be conducted to analyze qualitative data, with meta-inference used to integrate the qualitative and quantitative findings.
Age
18–64
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
Patients are diagnosed with schizophrenia according to the DSM-5-TR or ICD-10 criteria
Patients are aged between 18 and 65 years old
Patients are clinically stabile, defined as being in the post-acute phase of care with no acute psychotic episode or psychiatric hospitalization within the 30 days preceding enrollment
Patients have adequate cognitive functioning, as evidenced by passing the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), with sufficient insight and capacity to respond meaningfully to study procedures
Patients have the ability to attend group-based sessions and provide informed consent
Patients have the willingness and physical ability to engage safely in light-to-moderate yoga practice.
You may not be if
Patients with severe cognitive impairment or intellectual disability that would disqualify meaningful participation
Patients with acute psychiatric symptoms or active suicidal ideation
Patients with physical limitations, such as a severe musculoskeletal condition, that would contraindicate safe participation in yoga practice.
Clareo Health | Feasibility, Acceptability, and Effectiveness of a Hatha Yoga-in Patients Hospitalized for Schizophrenia
