Mindfulness therapy tested to calm Parkinson's stress

NCT ID NCT05779137

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) can reduce psychological distress in people with Parkinson's disease. 174 participants with mild-to-moderate stress symptoms will either receive MBCT or continue usual care. The main goal is to see if MBCT lowers anxiety and depression scores after the program.

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 cognitive therapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease anxiety and depression in Parkinson's, and possibly slow disease progression.

What could go wrong

This is a mid-sized trial testing a behavioral intervention, not a drug. Results may be modest or not generalizable, and benefits may not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Disease Progression Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Donders Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging

    Nijmegen, 6525 EN, Netherlands