Mindfulness program aims to ease stress for head start teachers

NCT ID NCT05791825

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Nebraska Lincoln Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested an 8-week mindfulness program called CHIME for Early Head Start and Head Start educators. The goal was to see if it improves their emotional well-being, reduces stress, and boosts self-compassion. Researchers also looked at whether the program helps children's social and emotional skills. Over 500 educators participated, with some taking the program right away and others waiting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: mindfulness and compassion training program (CHIME)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to reduce stress and improve mental health for early childhood educators.
What could go wrong: This is a completed behavioral study, not a drug trial. Results may not apply to all educators or settings, and benefits may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

occupation-related stress disorder Occupational Stress Social Skills

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

COMPASSION HEALTH, SUBJECTIVE SOCIAL SKILLS WORK-RELATED STRESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska, 68588, United States

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