Writing your way to calm: mindfulness training eases stress in soldiers
NCT ID NCT07426341
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a mindfulness-based writing program to help military personnel manage stress and improve cognitive flexibility. 72 active-duty members were split into two groups: one did five sessions of mindful writing, the other followed standard mental health education. Results showed that the writing group had lower stress scores and higher cognitive flexibility scores compared to the control group.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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72 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2025
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Active-duty military personnel who are experiencing psychological stress can participate in the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Army Medical University
Chongqing, China