Mindfulness training to improve blood sugar control in people with Type 2 diabetes
Official title: Randomized Controlled Trial of a Six-Month Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Type 2 Diabetes
Funded at Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr · NIH-10764189 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a six-month mindfulness program can help adults with Type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar levels, and you'll either join the mindfulness group or a health education group to see which approach works best for you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2019 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $596,525 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK119379-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10764189 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who have uncontrolled Type 2 diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with well-controlled Type 2 diabetes or those not interested in mindfulness practices may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of a six-month mindfulness-based stress reduction program on blood sugar control in adults with uncontrolled Type 2 diabetes. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the mindfulness intervention or a health education control group. The program includes an initial eight-week course followed by monthly booster sessions, focusing on reducing stress, which is known to negatively affect diabetes management. Outcomes will be measured at various points to assess changes in glucose levels and overall health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help improve blood sugar control and overall well-being for patients with Type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that mindfulness-based interventions can be effective in managing stress and improving health outcomes in chronic conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
Hershey, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Raja-Khan, Nazia T. — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Raja-Khan, Nazia T.
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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.