Creating an online mindfulness program for adults experiencing cognitive decline
Development of an online mindfulness training program for adults with subjective cognitive decline
This study is testing an online mindfulness program to help adults who feel their thinking skills are slipping, with the hope that it can improve their focus and possibly benefit their brain health, while also comparing it to a group learning about healthy lifestyles.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11063290 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate an online mindfulness training program specifically designed for adults who report subjective cognitive decline, which is a perceived decline in cognitive abilities without objective evidence. Participants will engage in mindfulness meditation practices to help manage mind-wandering and potentially influence biomarkers associated with Alzheimer's disease. The program will be delivered asynchronously online, allowing participants to access it at their convenience, and will include a comparison group receiving lifestyle education. The goal is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of this intervention for individuals at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing subjective cognitive decline but do not yet show objective signs of cognitive impairment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience subjective cognitive decline or those with diagnosed Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new, accessible method for individuals with subjective cognitive decline to potentially improve their cognitive health and delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can be beneficial for cognitive health, suggesting that this approach may be promising for individuals with subjective cognitive decline.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- Ohio State University — Columbus, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Prakash, Ruchika Shaurya — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Prakash, Ruchika Shaurya
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.