7. ConclusionThe findings suggest that a full-scale RCT of LY as an adjunctivetreatment for residual symptoms of depression could be feasible if somemodifications were made to the protocol/intervention. The results alsoshow that the intervention could be effective to reduce depression andimprove mental health related quality of life immediately post intervention. Future studies of the LY intervention in Hong Kong should usean active control group intervention, adopt a less restrictive residualsymptom eligibility criteria, aim to gradually socialise participants intothe intervention, incorporate a greater variety of exercises in groups,teach home practice exercises that can be used unobtrusively andschedule sessions flexibly to encourage attendance.