Mindfulness may ease depression and stress in parents of autistic kids

NCT ID NCT05877287

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

Summary

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction program could lower depression, anxiety, stress, and hopelessness in parents of children with autism. 96 parents took part in weekly 60-minute group sessions. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug approach can improve parents' mental well-being.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

mindfulness-based stress reduction program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to improve mental health for parents of children with autism.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with 96 participants, so results may not apply to all parents. The program requires weekly in-person sessions, which may not be practical for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder autism Depression depressive disorder

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Necmettin Erbakan Üniversity

    Konya, Turkey (Türkiye)