Testing a mindfulness app to help future teachers manage stress
A Pilot Effectiveness Trial of an Adapted App-Based Mindfulness Intervention for Pre-Service Teachers
This study is testing a mobile app that teaches mindfulness techniques to university students training to become teachers, helping them manage stress and anxiety during their studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tuscaloosa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10875098 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a mobile app designed to teach mindfulness techniques to pre-service teachers, who are university students preparing for careers in education. The project aims to assess how well this app can help these future educators manage stress, anxiety, and depression during their training. By evaluating the app's feasibility, acceptability, and its impact on mental health outcomes, the research seeks to identify ways to support teachers before they enter the classroom. Participants will engage with the app and provide feedback on their experiences, contributing to the understanding of how such interventions can be implemented in teacher training programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are university students enrolled in teacher education programs who are preparing to become educators.
Not a fit: Students not pursuing a career in education or those who are not currently enrolled in a teacher training program may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide pre-service teachers with effective tools to enhance their mental well-being and reduce the risk of burnout.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can be effective in reducing stress and improving mental health outcomes in educational settings, suggesting a promising approach for this population.
Where this research is happening
Tuscaloosa, United States
- University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa — Tuscaloosa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Braun, Summer — University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
- Study coordinator: Braun, Summer
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.