Mindfulness may cool hot flashes and improve sleep in menopause
NCT ID NCT07402096
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program can reduce hot flashes and improve sleep in menopausal women. 90 women aged 45-60 with hot flashes and poor sleep will be randomly assigned to either the MBSR program or no intervention. The program includes weekly sessions with breathing exercises, body scans, and stress management techniques, delivered both in-person and online.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to manage hot flashes and sleep problems during menopause.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by participant expectations. The program requires time and internet access, which may limit who can benefit.
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