MINDFULNESS

This study tests whether a single, short mindfulness session before endometriosis surgery can help reduce pain and the need for painkillers afterward. About 20 adults with endometriosis will either receive the mindfulness training or standard education before their operation. Res…

This study tests a walking meditation program called iWalk for adults with neurodegenerative diseases like multiple sclerosis. The goal is to see if it helps improve resilience, thinking skills, and overall well-being. Researchers will enroll 90 participants to check if the progr…

This study tests whether using a mindfulness meditation app at bedtime can help people with chronic insomnia fall asleep more easily. Thirty adults with long-term sleep problems will be split into three groups: one using the app with guided meditation, one using the app without g…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness program for people with Parkinson's disease and their family caregivers can reduce negative emotions and improve their relationship. About 200 Chinese patient-caregiver pairs will either take the mindfulness classes or continue usual…

This study tests a new program called Mindful-Breath for people with COPD. It combines mindfulness, breathing exercises, and lifestyle coaching through group sessions and text messages. The goal is to see if it helps patients be more active, feel less stressed, and improve their …

This study is testing two short mind-body programs for people who survived a cardiac arrest and the family or friends who care for them. The goal is to see if these programs are practical and helpful for reducing anxiety, depression, and emotional distress. About 84 pairs (surviv…

This study tests whether mindfulness exercises and gentle brain stimulation can improve mood and thinking in older adults with depression. About 124 people in Taiwan will join, and researchers will use brain scans and tests to see what changes. The goal is to find drug-free ways …

This study tests whether mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training can reduce fear of childbirth and improve parent-baby bonding and breastfeeding success in pregnant teens (ages 15-19) and their partners. About 54 couples will be randomly assigned to MBSR or standard ca…

This study looks at whether a special mindfulness class can help nursing students feel less stressed, anxious, and depressed, and also reduce problematic internet use. About 240 nursing students will either take the class or not, and researchers will measure changes in their well…

This study tests whether giving pediatric residents a choice in how long their online mindfulness program lasts helps them stay engaged and complete it. Around 42 residents will be randomly assigned to either pick their program length (3, 5, or 7 weeks) or have one assigned. The …

This study looks at whether mindfulness and meditation techniques can help mothers of premature babies in the NICU produce more breastmilk and feel less stressed. About 40 mothers will learn these techniques and researchers will measure changes in milk volume, stress hormones, an…