Mindfulness program to help reduce stress in people with intellectual disabilities
Official title: Stress, Mindfulness, and People with Intellectual Disabilities
Funded at Double S Instructional Systems · NIH-10693531 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating an online program to help people with intellectual disabilities learn mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and improve their well-being, and we want to hear from participants and their supporters to make sure it works well for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Double S Instructional Systems NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $135,214 |
| NIH project number | 1R43MH135535-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10693531 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 21 and older with intellectual disabilities who experience high levels of stress.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without intellectual disabilities or those who do not experience significant stress may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop an online mindfulness-based stress reduction program specifically designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID). It addresses the high levels of stress these individuals face due to social exclusion and discrimination, which can lead to mental health issues like anxiety and depression. The program will be evaluated for its feasibility and acceptability through feedback from participants and their support persons, ensuring it meets their unique learning needs. Additionally, formative research will be conducted to gather insights from stakeholders to enhance the program's content and usability.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a valuable resource for individuals with intellectual disabilities to manage stress and improve their mental health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in adapting mindfulness-based interventions for various populations, indicating potential for this approach with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Where this research is happening
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Double S Instructional Systems
Eugene, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheehan, Martin R. — Double S Instructional Systems
- Study coordinator: Sheehan, Martin R.
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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.