Can a mindfulness app rewire Teens' brains to stop overthinking?
NCT ID NCT04697966
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how a mindfulness app might help teenagers (ages 13-18) who tend to ruminate—getting stuck in repetitive negative thoughts. Participants will be randomly assigned to use the app or a control activity, and will have brain scans and cognitive tests before and after. The goal is to understand how the app changes brain function and attention, and to predict which teens benefit most.
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McLean Hospital
RECRUITINGBelmont, Massachusetts, 02478, United States
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