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Can a meditation app built for black women ease stress better than a generic one?

NCT ID NCT07807501

Symptom relief Sponsor: Arizona State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 08, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a culturally adapted meditation app, Exhale, helps reduce stress in Black women aged 35 to 64 more effectively than a general mindfulness app, Levelhead. About 40 participants with moderate to high stress will use their assigned app for at least 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure how many women stick with the app, their satisfaction, and changes in stress, sleep, and mood. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and worth studying in a larger trial.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Culturally adapted meditation app (Exhale) compared with a generic mindfulness app (Levelhead)
What this could lead to
If the culturally adapted app proves feasible and acceptable, it could offer a tailored, accessible way to help Black women manage stress and improve well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The apps may not reduce stress more than a generic alternative, and adherence could be low.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 40 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

35 to 64 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Self-identifies as a Black or African American woman Ages 35-64 years Able to read and speak English Perceived Stress Scale-10 screening score greater than 14 Has access to a smartphone or tablet with internet access Willing to complete remote baseline and post-intervention assessments Willing to attempt the assigned app-based practice for 4 weeks Willing to receive study communications Exclusion Criteria: Regular use of meditation or mindfulness applications within the previous 6 months Any prior use of Exhale™ Significant hearing impairment that prevents engagement with audio-based application content Self-reported difficulty navigating smartphone applications that would prevent participation

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Conditions

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Stress, Psychological

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Psychological stress

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