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Compassion training may ease teacher burnout and mental distress

NCT ID NCT07716657

Disease control Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Sergipe Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a program called Compassionate Mind Training for Teachers (CMT-T) to see if it can reduce depression, anxiety, and self-criticism in elementary school teachers. Forty teachers from public schools in Aracaju, Brazil, will take part in group sessions that include mindfulness exercises, compassion practices, and group discussions. The goal is to find out if this approach is both feasible and effective for improving teacher mental health.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Compassionate Mind Training for Teachers (CMT-T), a behavioral program with experiential exercises, compassion and mindfulness practices, and group discussions
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer a low-cost, scalable way to improve mental health and reduce burnout among teachers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program requires time and commitment, and benefits may vary.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Feb 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria:a) of both sexes; b) teachers from the state and municipal elementary and secondary schools in the city of Aracaju, Sergipe; c) teachers performing their professional activities in the classroom; d) professionals available to participate in the sessions proposed by the program. \- Exclusion Criteria:serious psychiatric problems (e.g., psychotic disorders, major depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal ideation, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse) \-

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Conditions

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mixed anxiety and depressive disorder

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Depression anxiety disorder Self-criticism

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Federal University of Sergipe

    São Cristóvão, Sergipe, 49100-000, Brazil

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