Mindfulness education to help adults manage diabetes distress
Mindfulness-Based Diabetes Education for adults with elevated diabetes distress
This study is testing a mindfulness program to help adults with type 2 diabetes who are feeling stressed about their condition, aiming to make it easier for them to manage their health compared to regular diabetes education, especially for those who may be struggling financially.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10996093 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a mindfulness-based education program designed for adults with type 2 diabetes who experience high levels of emotional distress related to their condition. The program aims to reduce stress and improve self-management behaviors, which are crucial for better health outcomes. Participants will be involved in a pilot randomized controlled trial comparing this mindfulness intervention to standard diabetes education. The study focuses on low-income individuals who often face additional challenges in managing their diabetes effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 21 years old with type 2 diabetes who experience significant diabetes-related emotional distress.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or those who do not experience diabetes distress may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emotional well-being and better diabetes management for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can be effective in reducing stress and improving health outcomes in various populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Presley, Caroline a — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Presley, Caroline 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.