Mindfulness may rewire depressed brains, small study hints
NCT ID NCT05585775
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) can improve how the brain controls emotions in people with mild depression symptoms. 76 adults with depression in remission will be randomly assigned to either MBCT or a wellness program. Researchers will use computer tasks and surveys to measure changes in emotional thinking and mood over time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could reveal how MBCT works in the brain to ease depression, pointing toward more targeted treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on brain processes, not a direct treatment test. Results may not lead to new therapies or apply to everyone with depression.
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Butler Hospital
RECRUITINGProvidence, Rhode Island, 02906, United States
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