Using mindfulness to lower heart disease risk in older adults with HIV
Mindfulness and Behavior Change to Reduce Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Older People with HIV
This study is looking at how mindfulness techniques can help older people living with HIV feel less stressed and lower their risk of heart disease, and it aims to find effective ways to improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10920485 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing mindfulness-based interventions aimed at reducing cardiovascular disease risk in older individuals living with HIV. The approach involves training participants in mindfulness techniques to help manage psychological distress, which can contribute to heart disease. The study will utilize randomized controlled trials to evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions and will also explore the biological mechanisms linking HIV, inflammation, and cardiovascular health. By integrating behavioral change strategies, the research aims to create scalable solutions for improving health outcomes in this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 50 and above who are living with HIV and at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who do not have cardiovascular disease risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in older adults living with HIV, improving their overall health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results for mindfulness interventions in reducing psychological distress and improving health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Foley, Jacklyn Donna — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Foley, Jacklyn Donna
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.