Can an 8-Week mindfulness group ease teen anxiety and depression?
NCT ID NCT07715916
First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether an 8-week group mindfulness program, adapted for adolescents, can help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress in teens aged 12-18 who are experiencing emotional distress. The program includes separate sessions for parents. Researchers will check if the program is practical and acceptable, and measure changes in symptoms over time.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- an 8-week group mindfulness program based on MIED (Mindfulness Intervention for Emotional Distress)
- What this could lead to
- If this approach works, it could offer a low-cost, group-based way to help teens manage anxiety and depression without medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early feasibility study with no control group, so results may not prove effectiveness. The program may not work for all teens or in other settings.
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