Your personal stress fix: One-Size-Fits-All may be outdated

NCT ID NCT05408832

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Northwell Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether personalized 'N-of-1' trials—where each person tries different stress management techniques in a specific order—can reduce stress better than standard care. 212 adults with high stress tried mindfulness meditation, yoga, and brisk walking over several weeks. Some followed a personalized schedule, while others chose their own order. The goal was to see if personalized feedback helps people stick with and benefit from stress relief.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: stress management techniques (mindfulness meditation, yoga, brisk walking)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could help people find the stress relief method that works best for them personally, leading to better stress management.
What could go wrong: This is a completed Phase 2 trial with 212 participants, so results are preliminary. The interventions are behavioral, so benefits may vary widely between individuals.

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Institute of Health System Science

New York, New York, 10022, United States

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