Exploring mindful self-compassion for young adults with diverse gender identities
Official title: Evaluating the Feasibility and Acceptability of Mindful Self-Compassion Among Gender Minority Young Adults
Funded at University of Rhode Island · NIH-10930080 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a special program that teaches self-kindness and mindfulness can help young adults aged 18-25 who identify as gender minorities feel better and manage anxiety and depression related to their experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rhode Island NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kingston, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $139,050 |
| NIH project number | 5K01AT012495-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930080 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-25 who identify as gender minorities and experience mental health challenges related to their gender identity.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as gender minorities or are outside the age range of 18-25 may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how mindful self-compassion can help young adults who identify as gender minorities, specifically those aged 18-25. The study aims to understand the impact of gender minority stress on mental health, particularly anxiety and depression, and whether an 8-week mindful self-compassion program can alleviate these issues. Participants will engage in practices that promote self-kindness and mindfulness, potentially improving their mental well-being. The research also considers the unique challenges faced by these individuals, such as gender dysphoria, which may affect their ability to participate in body-focused practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective mental health interventions tailored for gender minority young adults, improving their overall well-being.
How similar studies have gone: While mindful self-compassion has shown promise in other populations, this specific application with gender minority young adults is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rhode Island
Kingston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bosse, Jordon D. — University of Rhode Island
- Study coordinator: Bosse, Jordon D.
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.