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Meditation might sharpen your mind, new study hints

NCT ID NCT07546786

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Balachundhar Subramaniam Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether people who meditate regularly think and handle emotions differently than those who don't. Researchers will compare 52 meditators and 52 non-meditators using computer tasks and surveys. The goal is to see if meditation is linked to better focus and emotional balance.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If this study finds differences, it could suggest that regular meditation improves attention and emotional control.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 104 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Feb 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Subjects will not be recruited based on race, ethnicity, or gender. However, it is not clear whether the final study sample will contain a representative spread of the racial and gender makeup. There is no reason to exclude pregnant women from this protocol.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must be able to read and understand English. * Meditators: Participants must regularly practice meditation (4 or more times per week). * Controls: Participants must not regularly practice meditation (4 or more times per week) Exclusion Criteria: * Below the age of 18. * Participants not living in the US.

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Locations

  • BIDMC

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States