Using mindfulness meditation to help younger breast cancer survivors
Mindfulness Meditation for Younger Breast Cancer Survivors: Testing Digital Interventions in Clinical and Community Settings
This study is looking at how helpful digital mindfulness meditation programs can be for younger women who have survived breast cancer, aiming to improve their mental health and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11077293 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of digital mindfulness meditation interventions specifically designed for younger women who have survived breast cancer. The study aims to address the psychological and physical challenges these survivors face, such as depression and fatigue, by implementing a phase III randomized clinical trial. Participants will engage with two new digital mindfulness programs to assess their impact on mental health and overall quality of life. The goal is to provide scalable solutions that can improve long-term survivorship outcomes for this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are younger women aged 50 and below who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are older than 50 years or those who have not been diagnosed with breast cancer may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and quality of life for younger breast cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mindfulness interventions can be effective in improving mental health outcomes in cancer survivors, indicating a promising approach in this area.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bower, Julienne E — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Bower, Julienne E
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.