Mindfulness intervention for mood issues in youth with Type 1 diabetes
Pragmatic Clinic-Based Trial of a Mindfulness Based Intervention for Mood Concerns in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
This study is testing a 7-week mindfulness program to help young people with Type 1 diabetes feel better emotionally and stick to their treatment, comparing it to a regular health education program to see which works better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10981344 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a mindfulness-based intervention designed to help young people with Type 1 diabetes manage mood concerns such as anxiety and depression. The program consists of a 7-week group intervention that aims to improve emotional well-being and treatment adherence among adolescents facing the challenges of managing their diabetes. Participants will engage in mindfulness practices tailored to their developmental needs, which may help reduce stress and improve their overall health outcomes. The study will compare the mindfulness intervention to a health education program to assess its effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12-20 years who have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and are experiencing mood concerns.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or do not have Type 1 diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emotional health and better diabetes management for adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can be effective in improving emotional well-being in similar populations, suggesting a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mackey, Eleanor Race — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Mackey, Eleanor Race
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.