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Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Pain and Sleep in Adolescents and Young Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
Led by University of Illinois at Chicago · Updated on 2026-02-13
20
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
20 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
U
University of Illinois at Chicago
Lead Sponsor
N
National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a mindfulness-based mobile intervention designed to support pain and sleep management among adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease. Chronic pain and sleep problems are common in this population and can negatively affect daily functioning and quality of life. Participants will use a smartphone-based mindfulness program that includes structured modules and guided mindfulness exercises over an approximately 8-week period. The study aims to evaluate whether the intervention is feasible and acceptable for adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Pain and Sleep in Adolescents and Young Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Individuals aged 15-39 years
- Diagnosed with sickle cell disease
- Able to speak and understand English
- Able to complete questionnaires with little or no help from a caregiver
- Report pain and/or sleep problems based on ASCQ-Me short forms
- Have internet access on a smartphone, tablet, or computer
You will not qualify if you...
- Significant cognitive limitations impairing use or understanding of the mindfulness intervention, as judged by healthcare provider or caregiver
- Currently receiving a mindfulness-based intervention or have had more than 4 sessions of any mindfulness program in the past 6 months
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60612
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
D
Dahee Wi, PhD, RN
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Number of Arms
1
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