Mindfulness may curb diabetes risk in depressed teens

NCT ID NCT04992299

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tested whether a 6-week mindfulness program could help teens at risk for type 2 diabetes who also have depression. 120 teens aged 12-17 took part. The goal was to see if the program was practical and well-received, and if it could lower depression and insulin resistance, a key diabetes precursor.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's National Health System

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States

  • Colorado State University

    Fort Collins, Colorado, 80523, United States

  • Uniformed Services University

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20814, United States

  • University of Colorado Denver/Children's Hospital Colorado

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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