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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program for Mental Health in Cancer Patients Living in Underserved and Rural Minnesota
Led by Mayo Clinic · Updated on 2025-12-18
30
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
104 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating a virtual stress reduction program using mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) techniques to improve mental health outcomes in cancer patients living in underserved or rural areas of Minnesota. These regions face a shortage of mental health care, making access difficult. The study aims to see if MBSR can help patients manage stress, reduce anxiety, and improve overall well-being by providing support from home. Participants will take part in weekly MBSR sessions for eight weeks delivered virtually. The program focuses on teaching mindfulness and relaxation techniques to help patients cope with stress related to cancer and its treatment. Additional ancillary studies such as electronic health record review and questionnaires are part of the intervention. During the study, researchers will assess how many patients complete the program and measure changes in stress, anxiety, and mindfulness at the start, after the eight-week course, and again at three and six months. They will also investigate any barriers patients face in completing the course. The total time for primary outcome measurement is up to ten weeks post-enrollment.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program for Improving Mental Health Outcomes for Underserved Cancer Patients in Minnesota
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients with a history of cancer or currently have cancer
- Patients reporting greater than 4 out of 10 emotional distress within the past two weeks
- Have a computer or smartphone
- Willing to complete questionnaires
You will not qualify if you...
- Non-English-speaking patients
- Life expectancy less than 12 months
- Active psychiatric disease
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 8 weeks
Participants take part in weekly Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) sessions to support mental health.
Weekly visits for 8 weeks
Duration - Up to 6 months
Participants complete questionnaires to assess changes in stress, anxiety, and mindfulness up to 6 months after the MBSR course.
Visits at completion of the 8-week course, 3 months, and 6 months
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55905
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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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