Mindfulness during pregnancy may ease stress and depression

NCT ID NCT05137925

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) program can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in pregnant women at risk for psychological distress. 84 women participated, with some receiving MBCT and others getting usual care. The goal was to understand how MBCT works to improve well-being during pregnancy and after birth.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help pregnant women feel less stressed, anxious, or depressed.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 84 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also relies on self-reported feelings, which can be subjective.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

postpartum depression pregnancy disorder

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

POSTPARTUM ANXIETY POSTPARTUM BLUES POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION POSTPARTUM SADNESS PREGNANCY RELATED PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS

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Locations

Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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