Evaluating mindfulness therapy for serious mental illness in community settings
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Therapy for SMI Implemented in a Community Mental Health Setting
This study is looking at how mindfulness-based therapy can help people with serious mental health conditions like schizophrenia and major mood disorders, and it aims to make this therapy available in community mental health centers where many patients go for care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11036452 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of mindfulness-based therapy (MBT) for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) such as schizophrenia and major mood disorders. It aims to implement MBT in community mental health centers, where many patients receive care but often lack access to evidence-based therapies. The study will assess how well MBT improves symptoms and functioning in these patients and explore ways to train staff to deliver this therapy effectively. By confirming the benefits of MBT in the U.S., the research seeks to enhance treatment options for those affected by SMI.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with serious mental illness and receiving treatment at community mental health centers.
Not a fit: Patients with serious mental illness who are not receiving treatment or are under the age of 21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with serious mental illness access to effective mindfulness-based therapy, improving their symptoms and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous trials in the UK have shown that mindfulness-based therapy is effective for improving outcomes in patients with serious mental illness, indicating a promising approach that this research aims to validate in the U.S.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri) — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gaudiano, Brandon a — Butler Hospital (Providence, Ri)
- Study coordinator: Gaudiano, Brandon a
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.