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Can mindfulness ease pain and depression in older black adults? small study hints at promise

NCT ID NCT07336342

Symptom relief Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study tested a mindfulness-based cognitive therapy program, called Quiet Focus, in 12 older Black adults with chronic pain and mild depression. The goal was to see if the program is acceptable and helpful, and to gather information for a larger future study. Participants attended group sessions and reported on their pain, mood, and satisfaction.

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Active substance
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If this approach works, it could offer a non-drug way to help older Black adults manage both chronic pain and depression, improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy requires time and commitment, and benefits may vary.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

12 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Jul 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

50 to 120 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Participant Inclusion Criteria 1. Older adult (age ≥ 50) 2. All individuals who identify with one or more nationalities or ethnic groups originating in any of the Black racial groups of Africa 3. Pain in muscles, joints, bones, or associated soft tissues (NRS\>4) lasting longer than 3 months 4. Depressed (PHQ-9 score of 5-14) 5. English fluency/literacy 6. Ability and willingness to participate via in-person and video 7. No change to type or dose of antidepressant medications for at least 6 weeks prior to screening 8. Willing to provide informed consent and comply with all aspects of the protocol Participant Exclusion Criteria 1. Moderately severe or severe depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 ≥ 15) 2. Current substance abuse/dependence 3. Significant cognitive impairment 4. History of more than 8 sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy 5. History of previous training in mindfulness or undergoing counseling more than once a month 6. History of or current diagnosis of psychosis 7. Active suicidal ideation (PHQ-9 item #9 or otherwise reported during screening) or self-harm within the past 90 days 8. Current participation in another behavioral clinical trial

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Conditions

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Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Depression depressive disorder

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Chronic pain Depression

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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