Mindfulness training over the phone to help lower blood pressure in Black women with hypertension
Telephone-based mindfulness training to reduce blood pressure in Black women with hypertension in the Jackson Heart Study
This study is testing a phone-based mindfulness program to help Black women lower their high blood pressure by reducing stress and improving emotional well-being, making it easy and convenient for them to participate.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10814838 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a telephone-based mindfulness program designed to help Black women manage their high blood pressure. The program, adapted from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, aims to reduce stress and improve emotional well-being, which are critical factors in hypertension management. Participants will engage in guided mindfulness practices and cognitive strategies through phone calls, making it accessible and convenient. The study will evaluate how this approach impacts blood pressure control and overall cardiovascular health in this underserved population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who are experiencing hypertension and are seeking nonpharmacological strategies to manage their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black women or those who are not experiencing hypertension may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel, accessible method for Black women to effectively manage their hypertension and improve their cardiovascular health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mindfulness interventions for stress reduction, particularly among Black women, although this specific telephone-based approach is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spruill, Tanya M — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Spruill, Tanya M
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.