Mind and motion: new study tests CBT and exercise for black men with diabetes

NCT ID NCT06574035

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This pilot study is testing whether combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with guided exercise can improve blood sugar control, reduce depression, and boost quality of life in Black men with type 2 diabetes. Eighty participants will receive 8 sessions of CBT, with half also getting 8 exercise sessions and group support. The study lasts 7 months and tracks health outcomes at several points.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and guided exercise
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer a practical, culturally tailored way to help Black men with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar and mental health.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also relies on self-reported data and internet access, which could limit accuracy and participation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE 2

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan
RECRUITING

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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