Can mindfulness training help veterans with anxiety sensitivity?
NCT ID NCT06786572
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new type of mindfulness training for veterans who experience high anxiety sensitivity—where normal body sensations feel threatening. About 48 veterans will be randomly assigned to either the new mindfulness program or a standard exposure therapy. The goal is to see if the program is acceptable, easy to attend, and helpful in reducing anxiety symptoms.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 48 people
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- Started
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Sep 2025
- Expected to finish
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Mar 2027
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- 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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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Veteran status * able to read and speak English * ASI-3 score of 23 or higher * clinically meaningful distress/impairment related to an emotional or somatic complaint as determined by a Clinical Global Impression Scale (CGI) of 3 or greater * Internet access via a device that can support remote study activities and ability to attend in person appointments Exclusion Criteria: * serious mental illness, including bipolar disorder or psychotic illness * current, untreated alcohol or substance use disorder * moderate-severe suicidality that would likely result in the need for urgent intervention in the next 2 months * current regular meditation practice or treatment for AS-related condition * cognitive dysfunction that interferes with the ability to engage in treatment
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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VA San Diego Healthcare System
RECRUITINGSan Diego, California, 92161, United States
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