Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Improve Well-being in Black Adult Cancer Survivors, Community Faith-based Mindfulness Ministry

Part of paid clinical trials in Jacksonville, Florida.

Sponsor
Mayo Clinic
Study ID
NCT06767475
Status
Enrolling By Invitation

Conditions

  • Hematopoietic and Lymphatic System Neoplasm
  • Malignant Solid Neoplasm

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Accepted

Interventions

  • Educational Intervention — OTHER
    Receive education resource handouts
  • Discussion — OTHER
    Attend a focus group
  • Mindfulness Relaxation — BEHAVIORAL
    Complete silent mindfulness retreat intervention
  • Interview — OTHER
    Attend a one-on-one interview
  • Questionnaire Administration — OTHER
    Complete study-related questionnaires

Study Details

This clinical trial evaluates the impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program adjusted to include Christian principles on well-being in Black adult cancer survivors. Cancer survivors face a unique set of challenges that includes not only physical but also mental and spiritual well-being. Concerns related to both diagnosis and treatment profoundly impact the quality of life of Black cancer survivors. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been shown to be effective in improving psychological resilience, reducing anxiety, and enhancing the quality of life among cancer survivors. However, there is little research focusing on these interventions among Black adult cancer survivors. Research has shown that interventions that include cultural experiences, such as the role of religion, spirituality and faith, are more effective in maintaining psychological well-being in Black men. A MBSR program adjusted to include Christian principles may improve the well-being in Black adult cancer survivors.

Key Dates

First listed
Jan 10, 2025
Start date
Dec 31, 2024
Status verified
Jul 2026
Primary completion
Dec 31, 2028
Completion
Dec 31, 2028

Study Design

Enrollment
65 participants (estimated)
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
SEQUENTIAL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Arms

  • Experimental: Phase 0 (intervention development, pilot testing)
    INTERVENTION DEVELOPMENT: Participants may attend a focus group or a one-on-one interview over up to 60 minutes to gather insights of the cultural needs of Black adult cancer survivors. PILOT TESTING: Patients participate in a group discussion with exercises and activities on study.
  • Experimental: Phase 1 (MBSR)
    Patients participate in an overnight silent mindfulness retreat intervention, over 31 hours, with faith-based cultural adaptation emphasizing resilience and cultural relevant spiritual framing. The retreat includes sessions on different types of meditation, working with thoughts and emotions, stress, mindfulness techniques and how to integrate them, positive mind states, resiliency and resources, including educational handouts.

Primary Outcome Measure

Spiritual well-being [ Time Frame: Pre-MBI, Post-MBI (immediately after MBI), 3 months, 6months ]

Locations (1)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
Mayo Clinic in FloridaJacksonvilleFlorida32224-9980-

Find similar trials in Jacksonville, FL

By research site
Mayo Clinic in Florida· Jacksonville, FL

Related Studies