Table 3 Assessments used at baseline and 12 weeks

From: Aerobic exercise and yoga improve neurocognitive function in women with early psychosis

 

Measures

 

Physical fitness

VO2 max test

Maximum capacity of an individual’s body to transport and utilize oxygen during incremental exercise.

Cognitive function

Hong Kong list learning test (HKLLT)

Verbal memory

 

Digit span test

Working memory

 

Letter cancellation test

Attention

 

Stroop color and word tests

Executive function

Clinical symptoms

Positive and negative syndrome scale (PANSS)

Clinical symptoms

 

Calgary depression scale (CDS)

Depressive symptoms for schizophrenia

Brain structures

Structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Body perception

Figure rating scale (FRS)

Medication adherence

Compliance rating scale (CRS)

Quality of life

The short form (36) health survey (SF-36)