Learning Self-Kindness online may ease diabetes distress

NCT ID NCT07051005

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Canterbury Christ Church University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a four-week online self-compassion course can reduce diabetes-related distress, self-criticism, and shame in adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Researchers will enroll 50 participants to see if the program is feasible and acceptable. The course includes weekly videos and exercises based on Compassionate Mind Training.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: online self-compassion training (Compassionate Mind Training)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical, low-cost way to help people with diabetes feel less distressed and be kinder to themselves.
What could go wrong: This is a small feasibility study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply widely. The intervention is self-guided online, so engagement may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus type 1 diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS (T2DM)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Barts Health NHS Trust
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

London, E1 2ES, United Kingdom
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)
RECRUITING

Bangor, Wales, LL57 2PW, United Kingdom

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