Table 1.
Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of participants in this study. Abbreviations: MADRS, Montgomery-Asberg depression rating scale; SDS, Self-rating depression scale.
| Characteristic | Conditions | Acupuncture mean (SD) | Sham mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. of participants who completed the study | 18 | 18 | |
| Age (years old) | 44.5 (10.47) | 43.78 (9.10) | |
| MADRS | Pre-treatment | 22.94 (7.36) | 22.83 (9.17) |
| Post-treatment | 5.44 (5.37) | 14.06 (4.39) | |
| SDS | Pre-treatment | 47.833 (6.46) | 47.44 (9.23) |
| Post-treatment | 26.83 (6.46) | 34.94 (5.40) |