Research summary (Electroacupuncture): Acupuncture and non-invasive neuromodulation-induced neuro-endocrine-immune changes associated with the amelioration of depression-like beha - Current opinion in pharmacology, 2026.
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Research summary (Qi Gong): Effects of mind-body health qigong exercise on depression severity and cognitive function in older adults at a senior care center: a randomi - Frontiers in public health, 2026.
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Research summary (Traditional Chinese Medicine): Efficacy of Wendan Decoction combined with conventional medicine for depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis. - Journal of ethnopharmacology, 2026.
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Research summary (Acupuncture): The efficacy of acupuncture for depression-associated chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. - Frontiers in psychiatry, 2026.
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Research summary (Acupuncture): Comparative Efficacy of Non-Pharmacological Interventions on Fatigue, Depression, and Quality of Life in Patients With Lung Cancer: A Networ - Worldviews on evidence-based nursing, 2026.
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Research summary (Tai Chi): Mind-Body Therapies for Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in People with Cancer: A Systematic Review with Network Meta-Analysis. - Current oncology reports, 2026.
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Research summary (Tai Chi): Effects of mind-body exercises on depressive symptoms in older adults: a comprehensive umbrella review of the evidence. - Frontiers in psychology, 2026.
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Introduction: Depression is a pervasive mental health challenge with substantial global ramifications. Contemporary therapeutic strategies predominantly consist of psychological interventions and pharmacological treatments. Acupuncture, deeply rooted in ancient traditions and bolstered by a plethora of clinical trials, demonstrates considerable efficacy in depression. This study aims to elucidate the efficacy and safety …
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Background: Limited research directly compares the clinical effects of different types of mind-body exercises on anxiety and depression in older adults. Therefore, we conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials that meet the inclusion criteria to explore the intervention effects of five different types of mind-body exercises …
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Background: Despite the increasing global prevalence of depression, existing treatment methods have limitations. Acupuncture has been recognized for its potential to alleviate various diseases by regulating inflammatory cytokines. However, a comprehensive systematic analysis of the effects of acupuncture on depression through inflammatory cytokines is currently lacking. This review aims to evaluate …
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