Mindfulness training for veterans in primary care settings
Official title: Type I Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Trial of Primary Care Brief Mindfulness Training for Veterans
Funded at Syracuse VA Medical Center · NIH-11084288 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how short mindfulness training programs can help veterans feel better and cope with stress in their everyday lives while visiting their primary care doctors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Syracuse VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Syracuse, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01HX003626-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11084288 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are veterans seeking support for mental health challenges or those interested in mindfulness practices.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not veterans or those who do not have access to primary care services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of brief mindfulness training programs tailored for veterans within primary care environments. The approach focuses on integrating mindfulness practices into routine healthcare to improve mental well-being and coping strategies. Participants will engage in structured mindfulness exercises designed to enhance their psychological resilience and overall health. The study aims to evaluate how these interventions can be implemented effectively in primary care settings to benefit veterans.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and quality of life for veterans through accessible mindfulness training.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that mindfulness training can be effective in improving mental health outcomes, particularly in veteran populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Syracuse VA Medical Center
Syracuse, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Possemato, Kyle — Syracuse VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Possemato, Kyle
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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.